Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany, February 2025 – Emma – The Sleep Company has announced the appointment of Maximilian Koenen as its new Chief People & Organisation Officer (CHRO). In this role, he will be responsible for driving global people strategies, fostering a high-performance culture, and strengthening organizational development across Emma’s international operations.
Maximilian has been an integral part of Emma’s leadership team, previously serving as Vice President – People & Organisation, where he played a pivotal role in shaping HR strategies, scaling people operations, and fostering a dynamic workplace culture. His leadership contributed to enhancing employee engagement, talent development, and organizational growth during a crucial phase of the company’s expansion.
Prior to joining Emma, Maximilian held leadership roles in investment and finance, including Managing Director – Investments at LINUS Digital Finance and various positions at Deutsche Bank, where he worked in Markets/DCM, Corporate Finance, and Foreign Exchange Solutions. His background in strategic leadership, business transformation, and financial structuring has provided him with a unique perspective on aligning people strategy with business objectives.
With an extensive career spanning human capital management, investment leadership, and corporate strategy, Maximilian is well-positioned to drive Emma’s people-first approach, fostering an innovative, collaborative, and high-growth workplace culture across its offices in Frankfurt, Lisbon, Manila, and Mexico City.
About Emma – The Sleep Company
Emma – The Sleep Company is a global leader in sleep innovation, dedicated to developing high-quality sleep comfort products that empower customers to wake up refreshed and ready to perform. With over 60 nationalities working across its offices in Frankfurt, Lisbon, Manila, and Mexico City, Emma fosters an inclusive and dynamic work environment where collaboration and growth thrive. As a scale-up with a strong global presence, Emma blends the agility of a start-up with the reach of a multinational corporation, ensuring its employees have the opportunities and challenges to drive their own career growth.
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