According to reports from Smålandsposten, Susanna Karlqvist has been proposed to become the new municipal director of Växjö. Karlqvist currently serves as social director in Norrköping municipality, a position she has held since 2023. She is reportedly set to take over from Catharina Rydberg Lilja, who is scheduled to retire on May 31.
The proposal comes after consideration of other candidates, with reports indicating that neither 'the teacher nor the chemist' will get the position. Malin Lauber (S) described Karlqvist as 'a driven, clear and courageous leader' in comments to the newspaper. The appointment represents a significant leadership change for Växjö municipality as it prepares for the transition in late spring.
a driven, clear and courageous leader