DATAGROUP SE announced the expansion of its Executive Board with the appointment of Niels Ackermann as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective June 1, 2026. The move introduces an independent CFO role to the company's leadership structure, a responsibility previously held by CEO Andreas Baresel.
By adding Ackermann to the board, DATAGROUP aims to strengthen its finance function as part of its continued growth strategy. Ackermann brings over 25 years of international leadership experience in CFO and CEO positions across private and publicly listed companies. His expertise includes building and developing private-equity-backed organizations and implementing buy-and-build strategies.
Ackermann has held executive roles in European healthcare providers, the pharmaceutical industry, and medium-sized industrial companies, overseeing finance, accounting, controlling, treasury, M&A, IT, HR, and legal and compliance. He also has investment banking experience from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, with extensive knowledge in capital market transactions, leveraged buyout structures, and M&A processes.
Max H.-H. Schaber, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of DATAGROUP SE, said: "With Niels Ackermann, DATAGROUP wins a very experienced finance expert. His international CFO experience, deeper understanding of financing and M&A topics, and track record in building high-growth organizations will play a crucial role in the further development of DATAGROUP."
In his new role, Ackermann will work with the management team to drive organic growth and help shape the long-term buy-and-build strategy in Germany and Europe. DATAGROUP, one of the leading German IT service providers, employs some 4,000 employees across Germany, designing, implementing, and operating IT infrastructures and business applications. The company offers the CORBOX product as a full-service provider for global IT workplaces for medium and large enterprises and public authorities. DATAGROUP grows both organically and through acquisitions, with a noted acquisition strategy focusing on optimal integration of new companies. The company actively participates in the consolidation process with its buy-and-turnaround and buy-and-build strategies.
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