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Qt Group turns Ann Zetterberg’s interim CFO role permanent in less than three months
Qt Group turns Ann Zetterberg’s interim CFO role permanent in less than three months

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Credit: IAR Systems Group, Ann Zetterberg

Credit: IAR Systems Group, Ann Zetterberg

Qt Group has made its interim CFO Ann Zetterberg the Finnish software company's permanent chief financial officer less than three months after entering the role.

Zetterberg has served as interim CFO since January 2026 following the departure of former CFO Jouni Lintunen and is now confirmed as a permanent member of the management team, Qt Group said yesterday. 

Besides the addition of Zetterberg, Qt Group has hired three management team members this year, involving fields such as sales and software systems, based on Listeds data.

Zetterberg brings extensive experience from finance leadership roles in technology-driven companies. Before joining Qt Group, she was the CFO of Qt Group's Swedish subsidiary, IAR Systems Group, starting in 2021. Her earlier roles include CFO positions at Brighter and Accent Equity Partners, alongside experience in technology start-ups and the non-profit sector. 

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Qt Group develops software tools used globally to build applications and embedded systems. In its latest results, the company reported 2025 net sales of EUR 216.3 million, up 3.5 percent, while profitability declined due to acquisition-related costs and higher expenses.

“Ann has had a positive impact during her interim period, and I am very pleased to welcome her permanently to the management team,” said President and CEO Juha Varelius. “Her experience in strengthening financial processes and supporting growth will be a strong asset for Qt Group.”

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Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

Authors

Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

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