Daniel Carlén new CEO of Gibon Trestad

Daniel Carlén new CEO Gibbon Three cities from August 1, 2025. After five years as Sales Manager, he is now taking the next step in his career and wants to lead the company into a new phase of growth and commitment.

A long journey through the IT industry

Daniel began his career in outreach sales back in 2002. Two years later, he took the step into the IT industry – a sector in which he has since become deeply rooted. His first larger assignments were on Sharp Center Stockholm, which later became part of EPI Content. There he worked as an Account Manager for seven years and gained solid experience in sales, customer relations and business development.

The next step was Koneo Stockholm, where Daniel got his first leadership role as sales manager. It was also here that he began to shape his own approach to leadership and collaboration. When Koneo later became part of Gibon Stockholm He continued to develop his leadership and built on his experiences within the organization.

After a short break from the industry for a consulting assignment, Daniel found his way back – this time to Gibon Trestad. There, for five years, he has been a driving force in sales and contributed to creating stability, growth and customer satisfaction. He sees taking on the role of CEO as both a great responsibility and a natural continuation of his journey.

Daniel Carlén new CEO Gibon Trestad – a natural continuation

When we ask Daniel what he brings to the role of CEO, he emphasizes the importance of operational commitment and proximity to the business.
– I bring my operational experience and will continue to be active in the company's direct development. I believe in creating success together and in the entire organization feeling like they are part of the journey, he says.

The future of Gibon Trestad

For Daniel sees great opportunities in the futureHe believes that the company has received a lot energy in recent years and that you are now ready to grow further.
– I only see opportunities. It feels like we've got momentum and now we just have to push the gas to the limit. We've good conditions to grow and create joy – both for our employees and for our customers, he says.

Gibon Trestad has strengthened its role in the market in recent years and is today an important player in the region when it comes to delivering IT solutions and services. With Daniel Carlén new CEO Gibon Trestad There is the ambition to continue that journey and at the same time develop both employees and offerings.

Team strength – a key success factor

One of the biggest strengths, according to Daniel, is the team's commitment and close-knit culture.
– Commitment, presence and everyone striving towards the same goal. The group is very close to each other and that will be one of our greatest assets as we develop Gibon Trestad further, he explains.

The close collaboration within the group is something he wants to build on. He believes that successful organizations are not just about strategy and goals, but just as much about how people work together to achieve them.

Creating your own story

When asked if he has a motto to live by, Daniel replies that he doesn't have a ready-made expression, but that his philosophy is clear.
– I believe that you create your own story. What you put in at one end – activity, energy, commitment – comes out as results. If you lack the former, the latter will not come either, he says.

A new phase for Gibon Trestad

With Daniel Carlén new CEO Gibon Trestad The company is entering a new phase. The goal is to continue growing, strengthen relationships with customers and develop its position as a reliable partner in the IT industry.

We at the IT industry would like to congratulate Daniel Carlén and the whole Gibon Trestad to the appointment and wish you the best of luck in your new journey.