After nearly five decades of family leadership, Guy Dagger will step down as CEO of the Harlequin Group on 3 August 2026. Harlequin will continue to build on the legacy established by the Dagger family, guided by its experienced global leadership team. The company’s brand, specialist expertise, product portfolio and commitment to exceptional service for the dance, performing arts and live events industries remain unchanged. 

As part of a planned leadership transition, Guy Dagger will step down as CEO of the Harlequin Group, effective 3 August 2026. After nearly five decades of family leadership, the transition marks a natural stage in Harlequin’s evolution from a founder-led company to an established global business. With a strong global management structure and experienced regional leadership in place, the company is well positioned to build on the Dagger family’s legacy and sustain long-term growth. 

“From trusted relationships with customers worldwide to pioneering products that have helped transform the dance and live events industries, I am incredibly proud of the global brand Harlequin has become,” said Guy Dagger. “This has been the best job in the world, and as I step away from my role as CEO, I do so with tremendous confidence in Harlequin’s global team and their ability to carry its legacy forward.” 

Harlequin’s regional operations will continue under an experienced leadership team: General Managers Steve Gough in the Americas, Teresa Rogers in the United Kingdom, Chantal Lagniau in Europe, Niklas Bohr for the DACH region, Fiona Blackett in Australia, and Jamie Stirling covering Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Together with their teams, they bring decades of product, technical, industry, and customer expertise, providing the continuity and experience needed to lead Harlequin into the next chapter.  

While this transition marks a change in executive leadership, the brand, specialist expertise, product portfolio, and commitment to exceptional service for the dance, performing arts, and live events industries remain unchanged. Customers will continue to work with the same experienced management, staff, and regional teams and will receive the expertise and quality service they expect.