CEO change for Tandy Leather Factory
Tandy Leather Factory has named Johan Hedberg as its new Chief Executive Officer and Board member, effective January 6.
Mr Hedberg, with over 30 years of wholesale and retail leadership experience, previously served as Chief Sales Officer and President, Americas, at Fiskars Group. He succeeds Janet Carr, who will remain with the company through March 2025 to assist with the transition and other key initiatives.
Chairman Jeff Gramm praised Ms Carr’s leadership, noting her role in improving product quality and navigating challenges such as the Covid crisis. He welcomed Hedberg, highlighting his expertise in driving sales growth and team leadership.
The company also announced the election of John (Rocky) Sullivan to its Board of Directors, replacing James Pappas, who will step down alongside Ms Carr. Mr Sullivan, an investment professional and business owner, joins as Tandy prepares for its headquarters relocation later this year.
