Posted by Lausanne, Switzerland – Newark, USA: Logitech named Guy Gecht as the company’s interim CEO after Bracken Darrell quit on Wednesday.
Darrell’s resignation as president, CEO, and member of Logitech’s Board of Directors is effective immediately, but he will remain with the company over the coming month to ensure a seamless transition, Logitech said in a statement.
Board member Guy Gecht has taken charge of the company in the role of interim CEO, while the company conducts a global search for candidates internally and externally.
“As an experienced CEO, and member of Logitech’s board since 2019, Guy has a deep understanding of Logitech and its strategy, and is well-placed as interim CEO to oversee the continued execution of the company’s strategy,” said Wendy Becker, Logitech’s Chairperson of the Board.
“We thank Bracken for his leadership during an exciting era of transformation at Logitech. Over his ten years as CEO, Bracken oversaw a period of consistent growth and helped to transform Logitech into an award-winning design company known for its unparalleled product innovation. We wish him well in the future and look forward to identifying his successor,” added Becker.
“Logitech is in an exciting position, with many opportunities ahead. The company is a leader in growth markets, its product innovation engine is an industry hallmark, all underpinned by a strong financial foundation and a world-class leadership team. I look forward to working with this team to continue executing on the company’s strategy,” said Guy Gecht, interim CEO Logitech.
“After nearly a decade of consistent growth and building market leadership across multiple categories, I feel this is a good point to hand over leadership,” outgoing Logitech CEO Bracken Darrell said.
“I want to thank all the amazing people across Logitech for their work through the years. I will work with Guy and the board to ensure a smooth transition and I will continue to be a customer, shareholder, and enduring fan of Logitech and its products,” added Darrell