PlatCo Group appoints Dr. Christoph Richter as Group Chief Financial Officer

Berlin, Germany – April 1, 2024 – PlatCo Group, a leading Platform Engineering company, announces the appointment of Dr. Christoph C. Richter as Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With over 20 years of finance, strategy, and transformation experience across multiple industries, Dr. Richter will be key in advancing PlatCo's global growth and innovation.

Dr. Richter joins PlatCo Group from senior roles at McKinsey & Company, New Work SE, and Humanitec, where he led operational transformation and strategic growth initiatives. His wealth of expertise in scaling businesses, optimizing financial operations, and executing growth strategies positions him to guide PlatCo Group’s economic strategy as the company continues its international expansion.

Throughout his career, Dr. Richter has led transformational initiatives, managed complex financial operations, and championed digital innovation in platform engineering. His understanding of the tech ecosystem and product development aligns well with PlatCo Group's vision for the future.

As CFO, Dr. Richter will focus on PlatCo Group’s growth ambitions, with a particular emphasis on the company’s three core pillars:

• Products: Advancing innovation and expanding PlatCo Group’s offerings to meet evolving client needs.
• Educational Offerings: Supporting skills development through specialized training and resources.
• Services and Resell: Enhancing service offerings and reseller partnerships to increase access to cutting-edge platform solutions.

Dr. Richter’s appointment marks a significant milestone for PlatCo Group. His strategic leadership will be essential as the company builds on its reputation for excellence and drives long-term value for customers, employees, and investors.

"We’re thrilled to welcome Christoph to the PlatCo Group team," stated the company’s board in a joint statement. "His success in transforming organizations and driving financial performance will be invaluable as we continue our global expansion and platform engineering innovation."

Dr. Richter holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from TU Braunschweig and has furthered his studies at the University of Waterloo and MIT. His leadership approach combines strategic vision with a strong commitment to sustainable growth.

With Dr. Richter’s expertise, PlatCo Group is poised to strengthen its financial position, accelerate global expansion, and further its leadership in platform engineering.

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About PlatCo Group:
‍PlatCo Group is a global leader in platform engineering solutions, providing innovative technologies and services to empower businesses to transform and scale. With a focus on innovation, education, and sustainable growth, PlatCo Group equips clients with the resources and expertise needed to excel in a dynamic digital landscape.

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