Jenny Hermanson, Spotify’s MD for the Nordic region, to exit company after 14 years

Spotify‘s Sweden-based Managing Director for the Nordic area, Jenny Hermanson, is leaving the music streaming firm.

Hermanson began working at Spotify lengthy earlier than it became a publicly traded company on the New York Inventory Alternate in 2018.

She joined Spotify as an Account Supervisor in Stockholm in 2009 and was promoted a number of instances, ultimately taking up the function of MD for the Nordic area eight years in the past, in 2015.

Confirming the information in a LinkedIn publish on Friday (December 1), Hermanson wrote that, “it has been a rare privilege to steer and contribute to the expansion of Spotify in considered one of its key markets”.

“Being a part of a start-up journey to the place we’re right now has been nothing wanting an journey.”

Jenny Hermanson

Added Hermanson: “Being a part of a start-up journey to the place we’re right now has been nothing wanting an journey. I’ll all the time keep in mind the early days as top-of-the-line instances in my profession, all of the combating spirit, the events and the steep studying curve.

“The corporate holds a particular place in my coronary heart, and I’m immensely pleased with the strides we’ve made collectively. From shaping the music panorama to fostering innovation, our collective efforts have really made a mark.”

Hermanson stated that her determination to depart Spotify “has been rigorously thought-about” and that she’s “excited to discover new challenges past the Spotify universe”.

The exec didn’t present another particulars about her subsequent transfer.

You possibly can learn Hermanson’s assertion in full under:

“After an unbelievable 14-year journey with Spotify, it’s time for me to bid farewell to an unforgettable chapter because the Managing Director for the Nordic area.

“It has been a rare privilege to steer and contribute to the expansion of Spotify in considered one of its key markets. Being a part of a start-up journey to the place we’re right now has been nothing wanting an journey. I’ll all the time keep in mind the early days as top-of-the-line instances in my profession, all of the combating spirit, the events and the steep studying curve. The corporate holds a particular place in my coronary heart, and I’m immensely pleased with the strides we’ve made collectively. From shaping the music panorama to fostering innovation, our collective efforts have really made a mark.

“I need to categorical my deepest gratitude to the unbelievable workforce I’ve had the glory to work with. Your dedication, ardour, and collaborative spirit have been the driving drive behind our success. Collectively, we’ve navigated challenges, celebrated victories, and constructed one thing really outstanding.

“To our companions, thanks on your belief and collaboration. It’s been a privilege to work alongside you and witness the transformative energy of music in our communities.

“This determination to maneuver on has been rigorously thought-about, and I’m excited to discover new challenges past the Spotify universe. The friendships throughout the globe, classes, and recollections will perpetually be cherished.

“Change is inevitable, and it’s with a mixture of nostalgia and anticipation that I take this subsequent step. I’m grateful for the help, mentorship, and friendships cultivated at Spotify, and I’m assured that the corporate will proceed to thrive and innovate.

“To my unbelievable colleagues, companions, and buddies – thanks for a tremendous 14 years. Let’s keep related, and right here’s to the following journey!”Music Enterprise Worldwide