From ASU to the Olympics, twice

2026-03-20

Mikael Örn’s journey has taken him from standing on the Olympic podium in 1984 to leading Malmsten USA today. A proud Arizona State University alumnus and Olympic bronze medalist, Mike now brings his lifelong connection to elite swimming into his role as CEO of Malmsten’s U.S. division.

At Malmsten, Mike represents a company with deep Swedish roots, founded by Tommy and Margareta Malmsten in 1974 and long recognized as the world’s premier producer of racing lane lines and water polo equipment. Malmsten has supplied equipment to numerous Olympic Games and will once again do so for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. A powerful full‑circle moment for Mikael as he returns to LA four decades after winning his Olympic medal.

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