Wearable solutions specialist ProGlove unveils Konstantin Brunnbauer as its new MD

ProGlove, a provider of wearable solutions for customers across industry, retail, and logistics, has announced the appointment of its co-founder Konstantin Brunnbauer as Managing Director.

Brunnbauer joined the company 11 years ago as its first intern. Over the years, he has taken on key leadership roles across the organisation, including Production, People Experience, Chief Operating Officer, and Interim Chief Financial Officer.

“Konstantin’s journey from intern to Co-Founder and now Managing Director is truly exceptional and deeply rooted in ProGlove’s DNA,” says Petteri Saarinen, Chairman of the board of directors. “He combines entrepreneurial spirit, operational excellence, and a strong values driven leadership style. The board has full confidence in Konstantin to lead ProGlove into its next phase.”

“ProGlove is not just a company to me - it has been a defining part of my life for more than a decade,” says Brunnbauer. “I am grateful for the trust placed in me and proud to lead this incredible team. Our strategy is clear, and now our focus is on strong execution and delivering real value to our customers.”

Stefan Lampa will now step down from his role as CEO. He will remain connected to ProGlove as an advisor to the company.

“Stefan has made a meaningful impact on ProGlove, both professionally and culturally,” says Magnus Hammarström, Managing Director at Nordic Capital. “We thank him for his leadership and are pleased that he will continue to support the company as an advisor.”

The leadership team also includes Marcel Kars, who will lead the global commercial organisation as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

“Konstantin knows ProGlove like no one else,” says Thomas Kirchner, ProGlove Founder and former CEO. “He was the first person to ever join us, took responsibility from day one, and helped us master challenges that many hardware startups never overcome. This company would not be where it is today without him. From intern to Managing Director - we are immensely proud.”

2026 RTIH Innovation Awards

Wearable solutions will be a key focus area at the 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards will open for entries in April. They celebrate global retail technology innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our winners will be revealed at the 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards Ceremony, taking place at The HAC in Central London on Thursday, 15th October.

Check out our 2025 winners here.

Our 2025 hall of fame entrants were revealed during a sold out event which took place at The HAC on 16th October and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by award winning comedian, actress and writer Tiff Stevenson.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “This is the awards’ fifth year as a physical event. We started off with just 30 people at the South Place Hotel not far from here, then moved to London Bridge Hotel, then The Barbican, and last year RIBA’s HQ in the West End.”

“But I’m conscious of the fact that, to quote the legend that is Taylor Swift, You’re only as hot as your last hit, baby. So, this year we’ve moved to our biggest venue yet, and also pulled in our largest number of entries to date and broken attendance records.”

He added: “This year’s submissions have without doubt been our best yet. To quote one of the judges: The examples of innovative developments across both traditional and digital retail spaces were truly remarkable.”

Congratulations to our winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Tiff Stevenson, and all those who attended our 2025 gathering.