– It has been extremely exciting years in Södertälje and I am passionate about this city. At the same time, it will be fun and exciting to get to know Gotland and the people of Gotland through this assignment, says Stefan Hollmark, in a press release.

Stefan Hollmark came to Södertälje most recently from the position as municipal director in Tyresö municipality. Prior to that, he worked for many years as President and CEO of the municipally owned company Telge AB.

"We are delighted that we have now succeeded in recruiting Stefan as Regional Director for Region Gotland. With the experience he has of leadership in community and organizational development, we see that he will quickly be able to familiarize himself with our conditions and his assignment, says Meit Fohlin (S), chairman of the regional board, on the region's website.