Ronald van Gerwen will succeed Rieny Rijnen as TOPIC’s new CEO

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ronald van Gerwen as new CEO of TOPIC as of January 1st, 2025. Ronald will succeed Rieny Rijnen who will step down as CEO on the same day, after founding and leading the company for more than 28 years. Rieny will continue as member of the supervisory board for two days a week, supporting TOPIC where needed. 

Ronald will join the TOPIC family effectively as of October 1st, 2024. Starting in the role of COO for a period of three months to get familiar with TOPIC, the way of working and our customers. 

Rieny: “I am convinced that with Ronald we have found a strong successor, to continue further growth of TOPIC. As an experienced CEO with years of experience in the embedded market, Ronald has the right spirit, drive and mindset to fulfill this position.” 

Ronald: “The evolution of TOPIC over the past 28 years is impressive and I am proud to become part and contribute to the further growth. Being at the helm of this Dutch technology company where feeling at home comes first and which makes the world a little better, healthier and smarter every day… it can’t get better than that!”

Picture: Ronald van Gerwen (left) and Rieny Rijnen (right)