The Platform Group SE & Co. KGaA, a European software company specializing in platform solutions, has announced an expansion of its executive leadership team. Nathalie Richert, previously Head of Investor Relations, has been appointed to the C-level and will now also oversee the Human Resources function. Christoph Hies, a six-year company veteran, has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer and will lead marketing activities across the entire group.
This leadership restructuring comes as The Platform Group prepares for significant organizational growth. Richert noted the company's workforce is expected to soon exceed 2,000 employees, making the HR function increasingly critical to operations. "Our group will soon grow to more than 2,000 employees, making the HR function increasingly central," Richert stated. She also emphasized her continued commitment to strengthening Investor Relations activities in her expanded role.
Hies' promotion to CMO reflects the company's focus on marketing integration and expansion. The Platform Group currently operates in more than 26 industries through its proprietary platform solutions, serving both B2B and B2C customers through a network of over 16,000 partners. Industries served include luxury goods, optics and hearing, furniture retail, machinery trading, dental technology, and electronics. Hies commented, "We are now active in more than 26 industries where we pursue our marketing approach. I look forward to further integrating our marketing areas at the leadership level and consistently applying this successful approach to new acquisitions."
The leadership changes support The Platform Group's ongoing internationalization strategy. CEO Dr. Dominik Benner emphasized the company's commitment to this direction, stating, "We are executing on our commitments: advancing internationalization as outlined for 2025, further strengthening our leadership team, and laying the foundation for a highly successful 2026." The company operates from 19 locations across Europe with headquarters in Dusseldorf, Germany.
Financial performance provides context for these strategic moves. According to preliminary figures, The Platform Group achieved revenue of €728 million in 2025 with adjusted EBITDA of €62 million. The company's continued growth and expansion into new markets suggest these leadership appointments are designed to manage increasing scale and complexity. The existing leadership team, including Christoph Wilhelmy (COO), Sven Schumann (CPM), Bjoern Minnier (M&A/Finance), Sven Hulsenbeck (CTO), Frederic von Borries (CPO), and Dr. Dominik Benner (CEO), remains unchanged in their roles.
For business and technology leaders, The Platform Group's executive team expansion signals a maturing company preparing for the next phase of growth. The dual focus on internal human resources management and external marketing coordination suggests a balanced approach to scaling operations while maintaining market presence. The company's performance in diverse industries, from luxury goods to dental technology, demonstrates the adaptability of its platform solutions model. More information about the company is available at https://corporate.the-platform-group.com.
