Executive appointees to boost growth

The latest strategic adjustments at Bitcoin Suisse, the oldest and largest crypto-broker, saw the company transform its leadership team. Andrej Majcen, Co-Founder of Bitcoin Suisse and currently Head of Global Expansion & Strategic Clients, will succeed Dirk Klee as Group CEO of Bitcoin Suisse as of February 1, 2024. With the current changes in the crypto scene – regulatory developments, institutional adoption, and the emergence of new markets – the company has decided to withdraw the banking license application to focus on its core business model. Majcen will support the company through its next phase of growth.

Assaia welcomes Christian Hen as CEO
Assaia provides AI-enabled turnaround optimisation technology to enhance operations for airports, airlines, and ground operators worldwide to reduce turnaround times and improve on-time performance, which in turn improves the passenger experience and enhances airport capacity. The company has appointed Christiaan Hen to the position of CEO. Christiaan has an impressive background in the aviation sector. His professional trajectory took flight at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, where he worked on developing and managing airport capacity. After managing terminal operations for several years, he went on to become Head of Innovation for the Schiphol Group. His decade-long role in airport operations, development, and innovation set him up for his next position as Chief Customer Officer at Assaia International and now CEO.

Depoly appoints CMO
Depoly, the Sion-based startup dedicated to recycling plastics by developing a universal chemical recycling process that converts plastics into raw materials without affecting their quality, continues to expand its team. Days after revealing its new Chief Financial Officer, the startup has named Eric Schwaninger the Chief Commercial Officer. With an impressive 20-year track record as a business builder and leader, Eric brings a wealth of international experience spanning diverse industries. Over the last decade, he has been at the forefront of the digital and tech landscape, contributing significantly to industry giants such as Google and Salesforce.

Akenza aims to grow in the UK and Irish markets with a new Country Manager
Steven Goodacre has assumed the role of Smart Commercial Buildings Country Manager for Akenza in the UK and Irish markets. The startup developed a low-code IoT platform allowing users to build IoT products and services by connecting, controlling, and managing such IoT devices. Goodacre has a background in business development, sales, and technology, Steven brings a unique blend of skills that will play a crucial role in further expanding akenza's presence in the Smart Real Estate market in the UK and Ireland.

(Press release / RAN)