Robert Hafredal Named CIO at Husqvarna Group

Robert Hafredal has been appointed Husqvarna Group's new EVP global information services and group CIO, effective Aug. 1, 2023.

July 18, 2023
Kathy Wells
Husqvarna
Robert Hafredal appointed CIO at Husqvarna Group
Robert Hafredal appointed CIO at Husqvarna Group
Huqvarna Group

Effective Aug. 1, 2023, Robert Hafredal will assume his new role as executive vice president (EVP) global information services and group chief information officer (CIO) at Husqvarna Group, manufacturer of products and solutions for forest, park, and garden management.

Since December 2022, Hafredal has held the position as acting EVP global information services. Since joining the Husqvarna Group in 2010, Hafredal has held various leadership positions, including vice president IT services and solutions within Husqvarna Forest and Garden, vice president digital commerce and vice president group supply chain management.

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