Next Orkla Health Boss Will Join Business On The Up

As Norway's Orkla Health searches for a new CEO, the business looks well-placed for future growth after a 15% uplift in sales in 2024.

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Whoever is tasked with taking the reins at Orkla Health as its next permanent CEO will find themselves in charge of a business in good shape after a solid showing in 2024.

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