Stockholm, 21 May 2026.
Mitigram, the leading global platform for digital trade finance, today announced the appointment of Mikael Hedlöf as the new Chair of its Board. Hedlöf brings more than two decades of executive leadership, deep financial technology expertise, and a proven track record of scaling Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and payment platforms to Mitigram’s board.
Hedlöf joins Mitigram at a pivotal moment as the company accelerates its global expansion, expanding its multi-bank network and automated trade financing ecosystems for corporations and financial institutions.
Mikael succeeds Kaj Hed, who served as Chair for three years, stewarding a significant repositioning of Mitigram and laying the groundwork for its next phase of growth. With the current leadership team in place and a clear strategy approved, Kaj felt the time was right to step back from the Chair position and hand over to an experienced leader to guide Mitigram forward, while returning to his role as a key shareholder and long-term supporter of the business.
With an extensive background in leading digital transformations, Hedlöf previously served as CEO of Qmatic, a global leader in customer journey management, where he successfully spearheaded the company’s transition into a premier SaaS enterprise. Prior to that, he held chief executive roles at OPEN Pos Group and Samport Payment Services, and served as Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Bambora. His earlier career includes foundational leadership experience in the telecom and infrastructure sectors, including an executive role at Glocalnet and a decade-long tenure globally at Ericsson.
“We are thrilled to welcome Mikael as the new Chair of our Board,” said Joshua Kroeker, CEO of Mitigram. “Mikael’s exceptional track record in scaling SaaS platforms and his profound understanding of digital infrastructure makes him the ideal leader for our board. His operational experience and strategic vision will be invaluable in guiding our next phase of growth.”
Commenting on his appointment, Mikael Hedlöf stated, “Mitigram has built a remarkable foundation as the leading data-driven platform for trade finance execution. The opportunity to help guide a company that brings real trade intelligence to the intersection of global corporations and financial institutions through technology is highly compelling. As I step into this role, I am grateful to Kaj Hed for his stewardship, and I look forward to building on the strong strategic position he has helped create.”
