NEXT Biometrics announced that Ulf Ritsvall, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing appointed the new Chief executive officer. He succeeds current CEO Peter Heuman, who has held the position since 2019. Heuman will continue as advisor to the Board of Directors and CEO.

The change in leadership is effective as per October 1, 2023. Ulf Ritsvall has a strong track record of senior executive positions within both the telecom and biometrics industry. He holds a BA in electrical engineering from the University of Lund.