Permobil Appoints Chuck Witkowski as President and CEO, Effective July 2025, Following Bengt Thorsson’s Departure
(IN BRIEF) Chuck Witkowski has been appointed the new President and CEO of Permobil, succeeding Bengt Thorsson, who will step into an advisory position at Patricia Industries. Witkowski, with his strong leadership background in North America, is poised to continue the company’s growth trajectory. Thorsson, during his tenure, significantly boosted the company’s profitability and product offerings.
(PRESS RELEASE) KISTA, 20-May-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Permobil’s Board of Directors has announced Chuck Witkowski, the current President of Permobil Americas, as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective July 1, 2025. Witkowski will succeed Bengt Thorsson, who is stepping down after seven years of leadership.
Since 2019, Chuck Witkowski has been overseeing Permobil’s operations and expansion in North America, the company’s largest market, which accounts for more than 65 percent of its total revenue. In addition to his role at Permobil, Chuck also serves as the Chairman of the Board for the Permobil Foundation.
Prior to joining Permobil, Chuck founded Hubble Telemedical and led it as CEO before selling it to Hillrom (now part of Baxter), where he continued his leadership as Vice President and General Manager. At Hillrom, he was responsible for developing and expanding the company’s vision care division. Chuck holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Montana and an MBA from the University of Tennessee’s Haslam School of Business.
“Chuck has played an instrumental role in our success in North America, and his strategic vision, leadership, and focus on innovation position him perfectly to lead Permobil into the next phase of growth,” said Martin Lundstedt, Chairman of the Board. “We also extend our deepest thanks to Bengt Thorsson for his remarkable contributions. Under Bengt’s leadership, Permobil has significantly increased profitability, expanded its product offerings, and improved operational efficiency.”
Chuck Witkowski shared, “I am both humbled and excited to lead Permobil, a company known for its groundbreaking innovation and commitment to improving lives globally. As we look ahead, we will continue to accelerate our transformation and innovation, staying focused on empowering individuals with the technology that helps them achieve greater independence.”
Bengt Thorsson will continue as CEO until July 1, ensuring a seamless transition. Following this date, he will transition into an advisory role within Patricia Industries.
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