Mike Clem: Sweetwater President Becomes CEO

Sweetwater officials revealed on Wednesday that Mike Clem, currently serving as President, will also hold the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective September 29.

Clem is taking over from John Hopkins, who assumed the CEO role in 2021, succeeding Sweetwater’s founder, Chuck Surack, who transitioned to the position of board chairman.

As per an official statement, Clem has been part of the company since 2003, taking on various roles, including eCommerce and marketing, chief growth officer, and chief digital officer, culminating in his appointment as President in 2023.

With over 25 years of experience in the world of retail eCommerce, Clem is widely recognized as an innovator, speaker, and mentor. He is a Fort Wayne native and a lifelong musician who graduated from Purdue University. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is actively involved in the community alongside his wife and four children.

Sweetwater, founded by Chuck Surack in 1979, has enjoyed remarkable growth over the years, becoming the world’s foremost retailer specializing in music technology and instruments.

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