Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Catella has appointed Nils Sommersel as Chief Digital Officer, a newly defined Group-level role focused on advancing the company’s digital strategy across its European operations.
Based in Copenhagen, Sommersel will take up the position on 1 June and will be responsible for overseeing digital governance, platform development and transformation initiatives. His remit includes aligning technology and data capabilities with business objectives, with an emphasis on scalable systems and measurable outcomes.
Sommersel joins from ATP Ejendomme, where he served as Head of Digital Solutions, leading the organisation’s digital and data transformation. He has previously held senior roles at DEAS Group, Georg Jensen and Dell.
In his new role, he will lead efforts to develop digital platforms, strengthen governance structures and support transformation programmes across Catella’s business lines.
Rikke Lykke, Group CEO at Catella, said: “The appointment marks an important step in accelerating our digital transformation journey. Nils Sommersel brings deep expertise in digital strategy, governance and technology leadership, combined with a proven ability to execute complex transformation programmes. This will be instrumental in further strengthening Catella’s digital platform and supporting our long-term strategic ambitions.”
Nils Sommersel added: “I am excited to join Catella at such an important stage in its development. Catella has strong ambitions and a clear strategic direction, and I look forward to contributing to the continued development of scalable digital capabilities that create value across the Group.”
