VANCOUVER, British Columbia — October 4, 2019 — Absolute (TSX: ABT) today announced that Errol Olsen, Chief Financial Officer, and Todd Wakerley, Executive Vice President, Product Development, will be leaving Absolute, each for personal reasons, following a period of planned leadership transition.
“Errol’s leadership as Absolute’s CFO for over nine years has been critical in Absolute becoming what it is today, while Todd’s extensive experience in innovation and building solutions that solve leading-edge challenges for customers and partners has significantly contributed to Absolute’s success,” said Christy Wyatt, Chief Executive Officer at Absolute. “On behalf of our entire workforce, we wish them both the very best in their future endeavors. I am very confident in the strength of our leadership team to continue executing and delivering world-class and innovative products during this period of transition.”
“It has been a tremendous career experience working at Absolute, and I am proud of what Absolute has accomplished over my tenure,” said Mr. Olsen. “Absolute is well positioned to achieve its strategic goals and create shareholder value. I remain a strong champion of the company and I look forward to following its future success.”
“I’ve had an amazing journey at Absolute and am incredibly pleased with the product capabilities we’ve brought to market during my four years with the company,” said Mr. Wakerley. “I continue to be a huge fan of our product, people, mission, and vision.”
Mr. Olsen is expected to remain in his role until the end of calendar 2019 and to provide additional transitional support after that as needed. An active search for a new CFO is underway.
Mr. Wakerley is expected to remain in his role until October 31, 2019. A successor has been identified and will be announced at a later date.
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