Latest news with #DACH
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Grupa Pracuj Plans Strategic Expansion in Poland's Lucrative Post-Hire HR Market, ETHRWorld
Advt Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETHRWorld App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App GDANSK: Polish recruitment and HR software company Grupa Pracuj aims to grow its presence in the highly valued post-hire market through "right acquisitions" under its 2025-2030 strategy, its chief executive said on CEO Przemyslaw Gacek estimated that the entire human resources technology market in Poland, Germany, Austria and Switzerland was worth more than 3 billion euros ($3.4 billion), of which the pre-hire area, where Grupa Pracuj is most active in, made up only 300 million euros."This post-hire area that we are talking about is 10 times larger than the one in which we currently operate," Gacek said during a post-earnings press conference, estimating the post-hire market's total worth at 3.5 billion said the HR software market was attractive both in Poland and in the DACH region, which covers the other three European countries. But due to Grupa Pracuj's existing position there, Poland is the number one market where it wants to do more, he added.(Reporting by Anna Banacka, editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)
Cision Canada
16-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Front Row Acquires Leading Shopify Agency BIA (Build in Amsterdam), Expanding Global Commerce Platform
Strategic acquisition strengthens Front Row's global presence and service offerings, paving the way for a full-service connected commerce platform for brands NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 /CNW/ -- Front Row, an e-commerce agency and growth accelerator providing full-service marketplace management, digital marketing and retail media services to leading global brands, today announced the acquisition of Build in Amsterdam, an award-winning Shopify design and development agency that builds digital flagship stores for premium and luxury brands in the fashion and lifestyle space. With this acquisition, Front Row is now uniquely positioned to deliver seamless commerce solutions across the entire customer journey, addressing the long-standing fragmentation in the D2C space and enabling faster, more effective growth for brands worldwide. Brands can now have a single partner to guide them through the entire e-commerce journey, from strategy and design to web development and ongoing optimization to omnichannel excellence. Build in Amsterdam also brings an impressive client roster including Mammut, Polaroid, and Suitsupply. "At Front Row, we're building a connected commerce platform that brings together strategy, technology, and creativity to fuel e-commerce growth for today's leading brands," said Yuriy Boykiv, CEO of Front Row. "Adding Build in Amsterdam's world-class Shopify and design capabilities strengthens how we launch, scale, and optimize digital experiences. Their creative and technical excellence perfectly complements our full-funnel digital marketing and marketplace offering, helping brands stand out, convert more, and grow faster." This acquisition not only enhances Front Row's creative and Shopify capabilities but also deepens its global presence, with strengthened operations in key markets across North America and Europe, including the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). It also brings together strategic consulting, digital branding, web development, performance optimization, and customer lifecycle management all under one roof. "At Build in Amsterdam, we always had the dream of becoming a global full service e-commerce and branding agency. By joining Front Row, we take a huge leap toward our dream becoming reality," said Daan Klaver, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Build in Amsterdam. "By combining our services, we take a unique proposition in this fast changing e-commerce landscape." With Build in Amsterdam's recurring revenue model, the partnership underscores a shared commitment to long-term client success and high-touch service. For brands, this means fewer vendor relationships, more consistent execution, and a partner that understands the full arc of digital growth. About Front Row Front Row is a leading accelerator and marketing agency helping brands maximize their ecommerce growth. The company is headquartered in New York City with offices in San Diego, Hamburg, and Bratislava. Leveraging our proprietary technology Catapult and robust capabilities, we design, market, distribute, and scale brands on a global scale. Our expertise spans from strategic brand-building to omnichannel excellence, international market expansion, compelling content creation, logistics, and innovative design and branding. We ensure robust marketplace growth, seamless e-commerce management, targeted digital marketing, and actionable business intelligence. Trusted by industry leaders like OUAI, Essity, Wella, and Tatcha, we empower brands to achieve their full potential in the world of e-commerce. About Build in Amsterdam Build in Amsterdam is a premier digital agency specializing in branding and digital flagship store development using the Shopify platform. With a philosophy centered on emotion-driven design supported by logical implementation, the company has established itself as an industry benchmark for over a decade. Their integrated approach houses strategy, branding, and technology all under one roof, ensuring meticulous control over every detail of their work. This unique approach enables them to create emotionally resonant digital experiences built on sound technical foundations, consistently setting new standards in the industry. At the core of their success lies their unwavering ethos: "We build. We lead. We care. We never stop."
The Market Online
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Market Online
The Tungsten Bet Everyone's Missing
If Almonty Industries Inc. isn't on your radar yet, Apaton Group, CEO Mario Hose thinks it should be — and fast. During a recent sit-down, Mario broke down why the Germany-based Apaton, known for sniffing out undervalued and under-the-radar opportunities, has its sights locked on this emerging tungsten powerhouse. Apaton, split between investment and advisory arms, focuses on growth-stage companies and helps them scale visibility — particularly within the often-overlooked but highly potent German-speaking investment landscape. 'In Canada, 80% of the market is resource-based, and everyone's chasing the same investor,' Mario explained. 'But in the DACH region — Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg — you've got 105 million people with relatively little competition for investor attention in the mining and resources space.' That's precisely why Almonty, a tungsten play poised to become the largest producer of the metal outside of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, has captured Apaton's attention. Helmed by founder and CEO Lewis Black, Almonty is ramping up production at its South Korean mine — a development set to go live this summer. What sets Almonty apart, Hose emphasized, is leadership. 'Lewis has serious skin in the game,' he noted. 'He's not just drawing a paycheck. He's invested his own money. That kind of alignment with shareholders is rare.' And the timing? Impeccable. As global tensions rise and tungsten supply chains face increasing restrictions, demand for the strategic metal is surging. From military-grade hardware to your smartphone's vibration mechanism, tungsten is everywhere — and Western nations are scrambling to secure sources outside of geopolitically sensitive regions. With a market cap around $500 million USD and a planned Nasdaq listing on the horizon, Almonty could soon see a substantial influx of U.S. investor interest. 'That listing will drive up liquidity, drive up demand, and usually — drive up share price,' Hose predicted. In a market full of noise, Apaton is laser-focused on signal. And according to Mario Hose, Almonty Industries is sending the right one. For more information on Almonty, their website is as well you can find them on the TSX under the ticker symbol AII. Join the discussion: Find out what everybody's saying about this stock on the Almonty Industries investor discussion forum, and check out the rest of Stockhouse's stock forums and message boards. The material provided in this article is for information only and should not be treated as investment advice. For full disclaimer information, please click here.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ranpak Expands its Global Footprint Through Large-Scale Sustainable Packaging Partnership with Thalia
Leading international book retailer partners with Ranpak to boost efficiency and reduce environmental impact across its more than 500 stores and ecommerce operations. CONCORD TOWNSHIP, Ohio & HAGEN, Germany, May 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ranpak Holdings Corp. ("Ranpak") (NYSE: PACK), a global leader in sustainable packaging automation technology and solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Thalia, the largest book retail chain in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). The partnership marks a significant advancement in Thalia's fulfillment capabilities and commitment to sustainability. As part of the first stage of this collaboration, Thalia will install at its fulfillment and production facility, that will be opened in 2026, a total of 12 Ranpak automated packaging systems, including 3 Cut'It!™ EVO, 3 Form'It!™ packers, and 6 Flap'it!™ systems. Flap'it! – an automated right-sizing solution developed to streamline the packing process and protection for small, flat items. Form'it! – an automated box-forming system designed to improve the first step in the packaging process by automatically erecting corrugated boxes. Cut'it! EVO – an advanced automated right-sizing system that optimizes the height of shipping boxes after items have been picked and packed to minimize void and automatically closes and seals them – all with zero waste. Ranpak's automation portfolio integrates seamlessly into modern fulfillment environments, allowing Thalia to optimize its packaging process across both its robust ecommerce platform and network of more than 500 brick-and-mortar stores, significantly enhancing throughput, package protection, and environmental performance. "At Ranpak, we are committed to helping companies transition to smarter, more sustainable packaging processes," said Omar Asali, Chairman and CEO of Ranpak. "Our partnership with Thalia represents a shared vision for automation that not only delivers operational excellence but also reduces environmental impact. We are proud to support Thalia's fulfillment network with our innovative, paper-based automation solutions." This installation represents Phase One of a broader initiative, with additional Ranpak systems under consideration as Thalia scales its operations to meet increasing customer demand across its digital and retail channels. "Partnering with Ranpak for our new omni-channel-hub, which will be an outstanding fulfillment and production facility, marks a key milestone in our mission to make book distribution smarter, greener, and more efficient," said Marco Rebohm, Managing Director Supply Chain and Logistics at Thalia. "These new systems will enhance our fulfillment capabilities, support our sustainability goals, and position us for scalable growth. This is just the beginning of a powerful transformation and exciting partnership ahead." The integration of Ranpak's solutions will be implemented by Element Logic, known for optimizing warehouse operations using AutoStore and other smart technologies. About RanpakFounded in 1972, Ranpak's mission is to deliver sustainable packaging solutions that improve supply chain performance and reduce environmental impact. With a global footprint and a reputation for innovation, Ranpak helps businesses transition away from plastic packaging through its extensive line of paper-based products and advanced automation systems. For more information, visit About ThaliaThalia is the market-leading omni-channel-book retailer in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a turnover of 1,9 bn. Euros in FY 2023/24 and approx. 6,800 employees. More than 500 bookshops make up the Thalia store network, combined with a strong presence in eCommerce to create a unique customer experience. Thalia stands for literacy, culture, and sustainable development across the DACH region. For more information, visit About Element LogicElement Logic is a technology company specializing in optimizing warehouse operations through intelligent automation systems such as AutoStore. With deep expertise in logistics processes and software integration, Element Logic ensures future-ready solutions that drive efficiency and scalability for customers across Europe. View source version on Contacts EMEA Media Inquiries: Vivianne Bongers Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Senior industry expert Felix Rose to join Optio Incentives to lead private equity solutions business
BERLIN, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- We are excited to welcome Felix Rose to the Optio team as Head of Private Equity Solutions. Felix will lead our new private equity solution business and will be based in Frankfurt, Germany. The SaaS product will allow private equity clients and their portfolio companies to set-up and manage equity incentive programs on the Optio platform in an automated and efficient way. This marks one of Optio's next key growth areas. It builds on the strong presence already established in the DACH region and Southern Europe, following a funding round backed by tech investor CCAP. Felix joins Optio with nearly 30 years of experience across European private and public markets. Throughout his career, including roles at Morgan Stanley Investment Banking, Cinven, and Jamieson Corporate Finance, as well as co-founding and co-managing MPTransaction, he has consistently been involved in public and private M&A transactions and over the last seventeen years he has supported CEOs and business founders in navigating through large and complex private equity transactions. 'Felix brings an incredible depth of insight into how private equity firms operate and where they encounter friction in relation to their management equity programs,' says Christoffer Herheim, Co-founder and CEO of Optio. 'His expertise in Management Equity Plans (MEPs) will be essential as we help firms transition away from manual processes and fragmented tools into fully digital workflows.' In today's market, private equity investors often rely on a patchwork of Word documents, Excel sheets, legal counsel, and large email threads to manage MEPs. This approach is not only resource-intensive, but it also creates risks around compliance, data privacy, and scalability - especially in cross-border deals involving dozens of participants. Optio for Private Equity offers a smarter path forward. The platform simplifies compliance workflows (including KYC), enables secure access and communication for all stakeholders, and includes digital signing functionality for efficient execution of legal MEP documentation. These efficiencies not only reduce costs, but they also make it possible to extend equity participation deeper into portfolio companies, aligning with broader ownership movements like the U.S.-based 'Ownership Works' initiative. 'What attracted me to Optio was more than just the product,' shares Felix. 'It was the team's drive, precision, and entrepreneurial energy. With the right technology, we can empower private equity firms and their portfolio companies to rethink how they design and manage equity incentives not just for the executive team, but for a much broader group of employees.' Looking ahead, Felix envisions a shift across the industry: 'I believe that within the next five to ten years every private equity management incentive program will run on a secure digital platform.' About OptioEstablished in 2018, Optio combines software and deep expertise to manage equity compensation plans for companies of all sizes. The company is trusted by over 500 businesses, with equity plans managed across 100 countries and 15 stock exchanges. Optio's unique ability to support organizations at every stage—from early development to the public market—sets it apart from other providers. By simplifying the complexities of employee incentive programs, Optio helps companies stay compliant, manage equity, report costs accurately, and maximize the benefits of their plans. Learn more on Optio Incentives ASLørenveien 73, 0580 Oslo+47 986 19 877mt@ in to access your portfolio
