Safello, the leading cryptocurrency exchange in the Nordics, has announced the appointment of Mikael Schlaug as their new CFO. Schlaug will officially assume his position on February 19th, 2026.
Schlaug has been involved with Safello since the beginning of 2025, serving as an investor and advisor. He played a crucial role in the establishment of Safello’s subsidiary, Atoma Studio, which specializes in compliance software. With a career spanning both the financial industry and management consulting, Schlaug brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He has previously worked at firms such as Capgemini Invent and PA Consulting, as well as the Sveriges Riksbank and the European Central Bank.
Schlaug’s appointment comes following the resignation of Viktoria Berglund Blohmé, Head of Finance, in November. At the time, Blohmé’s departure was announced along with the news that Safello had been granted a license under the EU regulation for markets in crypto-assets, MiCA. The company also revealed plans for expansion into the Finnish market.
Safello sees potential for growth in the Nordics, particularly in the retail sector, but also in tapping into institutional capital. Their longstanding position as a compliant crypto brokerage, and the only Swedish firm with an approved MiCA-license, gives them a competitive edge in this regard. The Finance team at Safello is crucial in facilitating growth across all areas of the business, and Schlaug will play a significant role in this regard.
Emelie Moritz, CEO of Safello, expressed her excitement about Schlaug’s appointment, saying, “We are excited to welcome Mikael as CFO for Safello. Mikael’s experience within the banking industry and as a management consultant is a perfect combination for Safello as a regulated financial entity operating in a fast-paced environment.” She also highlighted his role in the growth of Atoma Studio and the overall development of the financial team at Safello.
Schlaug also shared his enthusiasm for his new role, saying, “I’m excited to step into the role of CFO and to help lead Safello into its next phase of growth. Getting to know the team, I’ve been inspired by their ambition, strong execution, and pace of innovation.” He added, “Safello is at a defining moment in its journey as the only Swedish firm with an approved MiCA license, creating a unique platform for long-term value creation.”
Safello’s parent company, Safello Group AB, has been listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market since 2021. The company is committed to making crypto accessible to everyone and offers a secure and seamless solution for buying, selling, storing, depositing, and withdrawing cryptocurrencies directly from the blockchain. Safello AB operates in Sweden and is authorized as a crypto-asset service provider under MiCA. For more information about Safello, visit their website at www.safello.com.
For more information, please contact Emelie Moritz, CEO, at ir@safello.com.
Amudova AB serves as Safello’s certified adviser.
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