Akervall Technologies Inc., makers of Sisu Mouth Guards and SOVA Night Guards, hired Kathy Capelli as the chief operating and financial officer to further the company’s growth into sporting goods and dental markets. Capelli will be responsible for the company’s operation, supply chain, procurement and overall financial success.

Capelli comes with a background from the consumer goods industry, having spent the last seven years at Flatout Bread where she was instrumental in growing the business until it was acquired in 2015.

“Kathy’s wealth of experience and industry knowledge makes her a valued addition to the Akervall Technologies’ family. We view her appointment as a sign of our commitment to being the leading company in our industry. Increasing demand from our customers for Akervall products led us to look for an addition to our team who will fit in with our ethics of innovation and exceptional products, and it is very fortunate that we were able to find someone of Kathy’s caliber to join our leadership team. I’m confident that Kathy will play a key role in creating and implementing strategies for our future growth,” said Sassa Akervall, CEO