Neat, a leader in pioneering video technology, has appointed Tormod Ree as its Chief Product & Engineering Officer. In this role, Ree will oversee Neat’s award-winning software and hardware engineering, product management, strategy, product marketing, and design teams, steering the company’s innovative solutions to new heights.

• Tormod Ree’s Vision and Expertise

  • Ree brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at top technology companies, including as CEO and Co-founder of Ava Unified Security and VP at Motorola.
  • During his nearly eight years at Cisco, Ree held various leadership roles, culminating in his position as Sr. Director and GM for the Cisco Spark Board.

• Leadership and Alignment with Neat’s Mission

  • Janine Pelosi, CEO of Neat, expressed her enthusiasm, saying:
    “Tormod shares our Norwegian heritage, experience, and passion. He is a perfect fit to helm Neat’s engineering and product orgs as we strive to build the best experiences for our customers.”

• Ree’s Excitement About Joining Neat

  • On joining Neat, Ree said:
    “The energy in the team, the quality of talent, the level of innovation, and the attention to detail are second to none. I’m humbled and excited to join Team Neat and contribute to creating exceptional video communication experiences.”

• Neat’s Growth Trajectory

  • Neat has witnessed substantial growth, with Q3 CY24 sales increasing by 30%.
  • Ree’s appointment aligns with the company’s ongoing Norwegian R&D expansion, which will double its headcount in Norway over the next 18 months.
  • Recent milestones include:
    • Expanded Oslo office footprint.
    • Opening its first Neat Experience Center in San Jose, California, with plans for additional locations, including London.

With Tormod Ree at the helm of its product and engineering initiatives, Neat is set to advance its mission of creating innovative video communication technologies. As the company accelerates its global growth strategy, Ree’s leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping its future.