Protecht CEO transition marks new chapter in company's growth journey

SYDNEY, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Protecht, a global leader in enterprise risk management software, today announces that David Bergmark will be stepping down from his role as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July, following more than seven years in the role and over 25 years with Protecht as a co-founder. During his tenure as CEO, David has overseen the company's successful expansion into the UK and USA, led significant growth, and recently guided the business through a major investment from PSG, marking a new chapter in the company's evolution.

"I'm incredibly proud of everything our team has accomplished over the past 25 years," said David Bergmark. "From humble beginnings to becoming a global leader in enterprise risk management, we've built something truly special. This transition is a natural step forward for Protecht, and I'm confident we are well positioned for even greater success in the years ahead."

David will remain actively involved in the business, taking on the role of Director and Strategic Advisor, and will continue to contribute to the areas he is most passionate about, particularly product innovation and customer relationships. David will also remain a member of the Board of Directors.

From 1 July, Jason Phillips, Protecht's current Chief Operating Officer, will step into the role of CEO. With over four years at Protecht, Jason has played a pivotal role in scaling the business and driving its international expansion. He brings deep expertise in strategic operations, SaaS growth, and aligning teams across global markets to deliver strong customer outcomes.

"I'm excited to continue working with our customers to make risk management more accessible and impactful across their organisations," said Jason Phillips, incoming CEO. "Our focus on innovation, particularly through AI-driven capabilities, will ensure we keep delivering solutions that help customers stay ahead in an increasingly complex risk environment. I'm honoured to lead Protecht into this next phase of growth."

About Protecht

With offices in Sydney, Los Angeles, and London, Protecht Group provides innovative risk management solutions, including the Protecht ERM (enterprise risk management) platform. Trusted by organizations across government, financial services, education, and other industries, Protecht empowers businesses to manage risk holistically, transitioning from spreadsheets and manual processes to efficient, integrated systems.