The d&b Group, a renowned professional audio technology company, has announced a planned leadership transition effective January 1, 2026.

Current CEO Amnon Harman, who has served for over 11 years, will step down, handing the role to Jaakko Kaivonen, the current Chief Revenue Officer.

During Harman's tenure, d&b's revenue and workforce have quadrupled, marking significant growth and international expansion in the professional audio sector.

Harman will remain connected to d&b as a shareholder and member of the supervisory board post-transition.

Incoming CEO Kaivonen brings extensive international management experience and aims to focus on innovation, market presence, and sustainable growth for the company.

Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Backnang, Germany, d&b employs over 1000 professionals globally and has offices in major cities worldwide.

The d&b Group, a renowned professional audio technology company, has announced a planned leadership transition effective January 1, 2026.

Current CEO Amnon Harman, who has served for over 11 years, will step down, handing the role to Jaakko Kaivonen, the current Chief Revenue Officer.

During Harman's tenure, d&b's revenue and workforce have quadrupled, marking significant growth and international expansion in the professional audio sector.

Harman will remain connected to d&b as a shareholder and member of the supervisory board post-transition.

Incoming CEO Kaivonen brings extensive international management experience and aims to focus on innovation, market presence, and sustainable growth for the company.

Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Backnang, Germany, d&b employs over 1000 professionals globally and has offices in major cities worldwide.