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Omny has selected Thomas Fetten to lead its next phase of growth, as the company helps organisations around the world make sense of complex operational data, identify hidden security risks, and better protect critical infrastructure. Fetten will officially assume the role on 1 October 2025.    Fetten brings more than 25 years of global leadership experience in technology, cybersecurity, and managed services, including senior executive roles at Deutsche Telekom Security, Secure Link/Orange Cyber Defence, and IBM. He also advised private equity funds on technology and cybersecurity investments, driving international expansion and transformation. With Fetten stepping into the CEO role, Omny is reinforcing its ambition to broaden its footprint and strengthen relationships with customers and partners in Europe and internationally. New stage of growth In his new role, Fetten will focus on strengthening Omny’s role as a trusted provider of operational technology “Omny is entering a new stage of growth, beyond Norway,” says Chairman of the Board, John Markus Lervik. “After an extensive search, we found that Fetten’s experience working with major European security providers, along with his deep understanding of both clients and partners, make him the right leader to position Omny as the go-to security partner for operational resilience.” In his new role, Fetten will focus on strengthening Omny’s role as a trusted provider of operational technology (OT) security solutions. His vision emphasizes customer impact, technological innovation, and global growth. Protecting critical infrastructure “We have a unique opportunity to help organisations protect critical infrastructure at a time when cyber and physical risks are converging,” says Thomas Fetten. He continues, “I see Omny as one of Norway’s best-kept secrets, with the potential to become a global leader in OT security. Together with the team, I look forward to sharpening our long-term vision, working closely with our clients to address their urgent OT security challenges, and partnering with managed security service providers, OEMs, and others to bring our solutions to more organisations.” Fetten, a German national who grew up in the United States, will be based in Europe and spends significant time with Omny’s teams, clients, and technology partners across regions. Fetten’s arrival marks the beginning of a new chapter for Omny, centered on the alignment of Omny’s product and goals, and closer collaboration with customers and partners, extending the reach of its OT security solutions.

Omny looks forward to welcoming Kenneth Titlestad as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective 1 April 2025. Transitioning from his role at Sopra Steria, where he was instrumental in building the company’s Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity competence, Kenneth will now spearhead Omny’s commercial strategy, reporting to the CEO and part of the Omny management team. Prior roles of Kenneth Kenneth’s career in OT cybersecurity took root in Equinor, where he leveraged his IT background to strengthen the security of industrial control systems for their offshore and onshore operations. Nine years later, he joined Sopra Steria, applying his OT security expertise to a wide variety of industrial clients and serving as Chair for industrial cybersecurity in the Norwegian Electrotechnical Committee (NEK), contributing to the development of international OT cybersecurity standards.  Omny’s development  Kenneth saw an opportunity to continue his OT cybersecurity journey inside Omny “My father spent his career offshore and was on the way to the platform during the 1977 Ekofisk Bravo accident, one of the biggest safety incidents in Norway. This set the stage for all kinds of interesting security discussions at home, and it was perhaps the catalyst for my future career in making industrial settings safer and more secure,” says Kenneth. Having followed Omny’s development since day one, while spearheading efforts in Sopra Steria to strengthen OT cybersecurity across industries, Kenneth saw an opportunity to continue his OT cybersecurity journey inside Omny – a company uniquely positioned in the industry with backing from Aker, Cognite, and Telenor. Omny's growth and security “Commercial success in today’s volatile and rapidly evolving cyber landscape is about building lasting relationships, understanding our clients’ challenges, and providing clear, actionable advice that aligns with their business objectives,” adds Kenneth. “At Omny, I see a unique opportunity to blend our technical capabilities with a robust commercial strategy, ensuring that companies can prioritise both growth and security in our increasingly digital world.” Educational background of Kenneth  Kenneth holds a degree in organisational psychology from the University of Bergen Kenneth holds a degree in organisational psychology from the University of Bergen, which gives him a unique blend of technical insight and an understanding of human dynamics. His extensive experience in both consulting and hands-on OT security projects will be an asset to Omny’s clients as they navigate the complexities of the threat landscape. Omny security challenges “The Omny leadership team is excited to welcome Kenneth,” says Omny CEO, Sigvart Eriksen. “His proven track record in building strong client relationships and his passion for OT cybersecurity will be key to expanding the company’s reach and enhancing its ability to support industries facing unprecedented security challenges.”