Mariem Butler

CEO of Swedish Net Air & Defence and Deputy CEO of Argo Defence Group

Experience

Year of board appointment: 2025

Mariem has over 25 years of international experience, having worked across multiple countries and industries. With a broad background in areas such as business development, finance, management, sales, procurement and logistics, she has developed a strong holistic perspective and the ability to navigate complex organizational environments. Her career includes key roles in management, business development, controlling and project management—particularly in projects involving multiple stakeholders.

She has many years of experience working with complex procurement financed by multilateral development organizations such as the UN and the World Bank. Her previous professional background includes positions at Business Sweden, Scania, The Coca-Cola Company and Shell.

In her current roles as CEO of Swedish Net Air & Defence and Deputy CEO of Argo Defence Group, Mariem is responsible for management, business development, sales and procurement. She plays a central role in driving both companies’ strategic initiatives and operational excellence, contributing with her extensive experience, cross-functional insight and leadership capabilities.

Education: Master of Science in Business and Economics with a specialization in International Business and Strategy, Uppsala University.