Circus SE news – Circus SE has appointed Claus Holst-Gydesen as Co-CEO to Lead Global Expansion and Strategy

Claus Holst-Gydesen, a successful top executive, brings extensive experience as Managing Director for the German-speaking region at Fortune 500 company Disney, as well as a long tenure as CEO of Zwilling and Viega. Viega is a globally recognized leader in infrastructure technology for buildings and digital solutions for water and energy efficiency.

With a proven track record of scaling German enterprises into global market leaders, Holst-Gydesen will play a key role in driving Circus’ international expansion and growth in AI and robotics.

Holst-Gydesen said, “AI and robotics will fundamentally transform the food service industry. I am excited to bring 'Innovation Made in Germany' to the forefront of this global market with Circus, I have been somehow lucky and successful throughout my career. A key skill and factor has always been working with strong products, founders, and teams. That’s exactly the impression I have of Circus."

As Co-CEO for Global Expansion and Strategy, Claus Holst-Gydesen will lead the global expansion efforts of Circus, focusing on scaling commercial growth to fully capitalize on the company's market potential as a pioneer in Embodied AI applications.

Nikolas Bullwinkel, CEO of Circus, welcomed Holst-Gydesen to the leadership team, stating: “Claus’ impressive track record and expertise in scaling businesses into global market leaders make him the perfect strategic addition to our management team. Together, we will establish a global leader in embodied robotics and Physical AI systems.”

This announcement follows the launch of mass production for the AI-powered CA-1 robot in collaboration with a global high-tech manufacturing partner, with deliveries set to begin later this year.

With an order backlog of over 8,600 CA-1 robotic units from international clients, Circus continues to strengthen its position as a market leader in AI solutions for the food service industry.

About Claus Holst-Gydesen

Claus Holst-Gydesen has a strong international experience and a broad proven track record of success. He began his career in Denmark working for globally renowned companies such as LEGO and Arla Foods before transitioning to American Fortune 500 companies like Disney and the Whirlpool Corporation.

About Circus SE

Circus SE (XETRA: CA1) is one of the global leaders in Embodied AI and AI-Software, driving innovation and autonomy in labor-intensive industries. With its flagship product, the CA-1 robot, Circus pioneers Physical AI applications that integrate advanced technology into real-world operations, transforming the food-service industry.