Smollan appoints Marko Salic as data and tech cluster chief executive

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With over two decades of IT experience, Marko Salic has been announced as the chief executive for Smollan data and tech, leading the company’s digital and data division.

Before his current role, Marko was the CTO at Argility Technology Group, a subsidiary of Smollan. He led digital transformation at Argility Technology Group and contributed significantly to its growth, which led to his appointment as chief executive for Smollan data and tech.

His 25 years of experience in software development, enterprise architecture, product innovation and executive leadership make him a tech leader who not only boasts deep technical expertise, but also sharp business acumen. As a passionate technologist, Marko’s role will continue to feature hands-on involvement in the cluster’s data and AI strategies, with the aim of scaling advanced analytics capabilities.

“Stepping into this global leadership role is a real privilege. Smollan’s scale and presence in over 60 countries gives us a strong platform to put data, technology and AI at the heart of how we operate and create value. With a solid foundation already in place, the focus now shifts to better integration, bringing our capabilities together in a more connected, cohesive way,” Marko says.

In his role as CTO at Argility Technology Group, Marko was instrumental in integrating the company with Smollan’s broader tech and data systems, unlocking new synergies between advanced data capabilities and global retail intelligence. He continues to champion this vision as the data and tech chief executive, with a focus on uniting people and platforms.

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