The audio experience technology company d&b group announced the appointment of Dr. Thilo Ittner as Chief Technology & Operations Officer (CTOO), effective January 1, 2026. In this role, Thilo Ittner will drive d&b’s technology strategy and operations, turning innovation into market success and reinforcing the company’s position as a global leader in professional audio.

The audio technology company d&b group is reorganizing its leadership: Effective January 1, 2026, Amnon Harman will step down as Chief Executive Officer after more than 11 years, handing over the role to Jaakko Kaivonen, the current Chief Revenue Officer. This carefully prepared transition ensures continuity while setting the course for d&b’s next phase of growth.

d&b announces the appointment of Jocelyne Bückner as new Vice President of Marketing. She will lead the company’s marketing strategy, driving brand growth and expansion.

Ryan Penny joins d&b audiotechnik as Vice President Global Business Development, driving key account strategies and support innovative business models for long-term growth.

As part of the ongoing commitment to strategic growth, d&b is implementing key leadership transitions to increase customer focus as well as enhance innovation, improve decision-making, and strengthen collaboration. d&b is therefore delighted to welcome Jaakko Kaivonen as the new CRO and Nicola Wagener as the new CPSO on board the management team as of 17 March 2025. d&b audiotechnik’s COO, Stephan Greiner, and d&b group’s CPSO, Karen Wefelmeyer, have decided to step down for personal reasons.

Robert Trebus, d&b group's Global Sustainability Director, named 2025 European Climate Pact Ambassador. Learn how he's driving sustainable change in the live events industry!

d&b group announces the appointment of James Gallagher-Powell as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), a role that will support the company’s ambitious growth and innovation strategies. Gallagher-Powell's expertise in strategic planning, finance and operational excellence will be instrumental as d&b group continues to expand its position as an experience technology company.