On November 7 2023  PTV Logistics announced two new executive appointments to further strengthen the company’s leadership team: Elisabeth Kurek as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Nico Brinkmann as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Both will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Steven de Schrijver. Elisabeth and Nico each have relevant experience leading at scale in world-class companies and will play an important role in the growth of the company.

Marketing Organization Under Elisabeth Kurek

Elisabeth Kurek assumes the role of Chief Marketing Officer and is responsible for all CMO functions including product marketing, field marketing, demand generation and lead qualification, communications and public relations, digital marketing, social media, events, creative, and brand strategy.

Elisabeth brings 20 years of global marketing experience, most recently serving as the VP of Cloud Marketing at IONOS, where she demonstrated an exceptional track record increasing year-over-year revenue in the strategic growth division of the company. Prior to IONOS, Elisabeth held leadership roles at Amazon (AWS) and NTT and further participated in two successful global acquisitions within the United States.

Elisabeth Kurek, Chief Marketing Officer, PTV Logistics said: “Strong teams are forged with diversity and inclusion of talent. I’m excited to join PTV Logistics to lead a dynamic team of global marketers. Together with our management team, investors, and our dedicated team members, we are committed to relentless excellence and unwavering focus on delivering consistent value to our customers, while we continue to build PTV Logistics as the global leader in the transport route optimisation & visibility industry of tomorrow.” 

Human Resources Organisation under Nico Brinkmann

Nico Brinkmann assumes the role of Chief Human Resources Officer and is responsible for developing and executing the human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organisation, specifically in the areas of succession planning, talent management, change management, organisational and performance management, training and development, and compensation.

Nico is an experienced Human Resources leader who most recently was the Global Vice President of Human Resources, People Development and Culture at GfK. Known for his dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace, Nico brings a unique and agile approach to his role. Nico is experienced in Start/Ramp-up, Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions, Transformation and Private Equity scenarios.

Nico Brinkmann, Chief Human Resources Officer, PTV Logistics said: "The heart of any organisation lies in its people. I believe in attracting, developing, and nurturing great people, which results in a motivated, engaged, and empowered workforce, ultimately unlocking a company's true growth potential. Moreover, I am dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that values, promotes, and encourages diversity in backgrounds, thoughts, and opinions, enabling our associates to be their authentic selves and empowering them to make meaningful contributions to the success of the company," said Nico Brinkmann, Chief Human Resources Officer, PTV Logistics.