Springer Nature appoints Patric Somlo as Chief Financial Officer

Springer Nature appoints Patric Somlo as Chief Financial Officer

Berlin, London, New York

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Springer Nature today announced the appointment of Patric Somlo as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the company’s Management Board. Patric joins Springer Nature from Lonza Group AG, a publicly listed global provider of development and manufacturing services to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, where he is currently Senior Vice President Corporate Finance. Previously, he held roles in private equity, management consulting, and investment banking. A computer scientist by training, Patric holds an MSc in Computer Science with a focus on machine learning from ETH Zurich and an MBA from Columbia Business School.

Stefan von Holtzbrinck, Chairman of Springer Nature’s Supervisory Board, said:

"Patric’s experience in publicly listed and science-based global businesses makes him well placed to help guide the company through its next phase of development. We welcome him to Springer Nature and look forward to benefiting from his insights and leadership."

He will join on 1^st November and succeeds Alexandra Dambeck who, as was announced earlier in the year, is leaving to take up a new role external to Springer Nature. 

Frank Vrancken Peeters, Chief Executive Officer of Springer Nature, said:

"Springer Nature's mission is to be part of progress, helping researchers, educators and health professionals share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. Patric's experience in research-driven industries, his track record in delivering results in complex, fast-evolving environments, and expertise in AI-enabled transformation will be invaluable as we continue to grow.”

Patric Somlo added:

"Springer Nature plays a unique and important role in advancing research, learning and discovery around the world. I am excited to join an organisation with such a strong sense of purpose, outstanding brands and talented colleagues. I look forward to working with Frank, Stefan, and teams across the company to support Springer Nature's long-term growth and to help ensure we continue investing in innovation that serves our communities and stakeholders."

The Board and Executive Management Team express their sincere gratitude to Alexandra Dambeck for her significant contribution to Springer Nature during her tenure as Chief Financial Officer.