FORTEC Elektronik Aktiengesellschaft, a leading provider of display technology and power supply solutions, is reinforcing its second tier of management with several key appointments across its international subsidiaries. The moves are part of a broader reorganization aimed at devolving greater responsibility and decision-making authority to regional divisions, aligning with the company's new growth strategy.
In the Czech Republic, Martin Novak assumed the role of Managing Director of FORTEC CZ on June 1, 2026. He will oversee the existing production facility in Dysina and manage the planned relocation to a new production site, along with the anticipated expansion. FORTEC CZ manufactures electronic assemblies and DC/DC converters, and also assembles displays with touchscreens. Novak brings over 20 years of international management experience in logistics, production, automotive, and operational management. His expertise includes production and logistics management, process optimization, change management, and organizational development.
At the U.S. subsidiary, Paul Hooper took up the position of Managing Director and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) on July 1, 2026. Hooper previously served as Managing Director of Sales at FORTEC UK, where he successfully reorganized and developed the business. In his new role, he aims to replicate that success in the U.S. market, focusing on driving organic growth and sustainably expanding the company's market position. Working alongside co-Managing Director Scott Makboulian, Hooper will broaden FORTEC's presence in North America. With more than 30 years in the international electronics industry, he brings extensive expertise in market analysis, leadership, and sales.
Rhett Evans will succeed Paul Hooper at FORTEC UK effective September 8, 2026. Evans has over 25 years of experience in the electronics industry, with deep knowledge in embedded computing, display technologies, and custom system solutions. His background includes electronic engineering and many years of sales and management experience.
Patrick von Unold will become Managing Director of FORTEC Integrated on October 1, 2026. This subsidiary is an internationally active provider of display technology and embedded computing, and plays a key role in research and development within the FORTEC Group. Von Unold brings extensive international management experience in the electronics industry, particularly in embedded electronics, display and touch technologies, and human-machine interfaces. His experience spans sectors such as medical technology, automation, and transport, combining technical expertise with product strategy and manufacturing processes.
These appointments are central to the FORTEC Group's new growth strategy, according to Michael Spatny, COO of FORTEC. "With the personnel decisions we have taken, we are implementing a key part of the FORTEC Group's new growth strategy. In doing so, we are strengthening the regional divisions and giving them greater scope to respond to the specific characteristics of their respective markets, whilst at the same time benefiting from the strength of an internationally active group," Spatny said. He expressed enthusiasm about working with the new team.
FORTEC Elektronik Aktiengesellschaft, founded in 1984, has evolved from a distributor of standard solutions to a provider of customized developments and complete system designs. Since April 2020, it operates as a holding company managing its affiliated companies and group strategy. With sites in Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands, the UK, the US, the Czech Republic, and Egypt, the group is well-positioned for its next phase of growth.
