BLACKROLL has announced a management buyout led by KKA Partners, appointing Scott Zalaznik as CEO to further its growth in the health and wellness sector.
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BLACKROLL, a global leader in innovative health and recovery products, has recently announced a significant milestone in its growth journey with a management buyout (MBO) led by KKA Partners, a private equity firm. This strategic move follows a record-breaking year in 2024 and positions BLACKROLL for the next phase of growth, innovation, and global expansion.
As part of this new chapter, BLACKROLL has appointed Scott Zalaznik, a renowned expert in growth and digital transformation and former Chief Digital Officer at Adidas, as its new Chief Executive Officer. Founder Marius Keckeisen will transition to the role of Chief Innovation Officer, focusing on product development while also serving as the Chairman of the Board. The restructured executive team will include Zalaznik, Keckeisen, and current leaders Thomas Viegener and Andreas Mauch.
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