Axfood

Susanna Wadegård will assume the role as Head of Sustainability at Axfood on 1 October. Susanna is currently Head of Dagab's Quality and Sustainability Department with responsibility for sustainability and quality assurance across the entire production chain, which covers everything from food safety and sensory analysis to animal welfare and human rights. She has previously held several roles in quality assurance and holds a degree in Agricultural Science with a focus on food science from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences.

"With our vision to be a leader in affordable, good and sustainable food, Axfood aims to be a positive force in society for more sustainable food in Sweden. Susanna is a leader with a genuine understanding of the business and a strong commitment to sustainability and health. I am convinced that, with clear direction and a strong business focus, she will continue to develop the Axfood Group's sustainability work towards our long-term ambitions," says Sara Kraft Westrell, Head of Corporate Communications at Axfood.

"To me, successful sustainability work is about both perseverance and progress. I look forward to taking the next step toward our ambitious goals together with all our dedicated colleagues across the Group," says Susanna Wadegård.

Susanna Wadegård will assume the role as Head of Sustainability at Axfood on 1 October 2026, succeeding Åsa Domeij, who is leaving after 18 years in the role to pursue other commitments outside the Group.