Ingka Centres names new managing director
Ingka Centres has appointed Sebastian Hylving as its new managing director.
A division of Ingka Group, which also includes IKEA, Ingka Centres operates 37 shopping destinations across 14 international markets.
Subscribe to TRBHylving succeeds Cindy Andersen, who was recently appointed deputy chief executive and chief financial officer of Ingka Group.
He joined Ingka Centres in 2022 as global expansion and development director, and has since played a key role in growing and strengthening the company’s portfolio across Europe, China, India and North America.
Before joining Ingka Centres, he served as property and expansion director at Ikano Retail, where he oversaw the full expansion value chain for IKEA stores, shopping centres and mixed-use assets across Southeast Asia and Mexico
Hylving said: “Ingka Centres has a unique role in creating destinations that feel meaningful for visitors and valuable for our partners and communities.
“I’ve seen how strong our meeting places can be when people spend time together, brands thrive, and local life is reflected in everything we do.
“As I step into this role, my focus is on nurturing that strength – building on what works today while staying curious about how our places can continue to evolve for the many people.
“I’m looking forward to deepening our collaborations and exploring new ways to support the partners and communities that bring our meeting places to life every day.”
