Adolf Eichmann

ESW Appoints Kelly as Co-Chairman and Eichmann as CEO at it Targets Next Phase of Growth

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

Tommy Kelly, Founder and current CEO, will assume the role of Co-Chairman alongside Marc Pontet, CEO of Asendia – ESW’s owner.

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  • Tommy Kelly, Founder and current CEO, will assume the role of Co-Chairman alongside Marc Pontet, CEO of Asendia – ESW’s owner.
  • These appointments mark a deliberate succession plan to steer ESW towards its next phase of growth in the global ecommerce landscape.
  • In his new role as Co-Chairman, Kelly, who founded ESW in 2010, will focus on strategy and innovation, bringing his deep understanding of the industry and entrepreneurial spirit to drive ESW’s next phase of growth.
  • Kelly expressed his excitement for the transition, stating: "My time as Group CEO has been extraordinarily exciting and satisfying.

Spark Networks SE Announces Nominees for Election to Its Board of Directors

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Thursday, June 10, 2021

Spark Networks CEO and Director of the Board, Eric Eichmann, said, "We are delighted to nominate to our board world class talent to help drive growth and shareholder value.

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  • Spark Networks CEO and Director of the Board, Eric Eichmann, said, "We are delighted to nominate to our board world class talent to help drive growth and shareholder value.
  • Both candidates bring a wealth of public company experience and unique perspectives to our board.
  • Spark Networks also announced the retirement of current board member Cheryl Law when her term expires in July.
  • Mr. Eichmann continued, "We would like to thank Ms. Law for her insightful contributions and heartfelt commitment to the ongoing success of Spark Networks."

Spark Networks Promotes Gitte Bendzulla to Chief Operations Officer

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020

BERLIN, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Spark Networks SE (NYSE: LOV), one of the world's leading online dating companies, has announced the promotion of Gitte Bendzulla to Chief Operations Officer (COO).

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  • BERLIN, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Spark Networks SE (NYSE: LOV), one of the world's leading online dating companies, has announced the promotion of Gitte Bendzulla to Chief Operations Officer (COO).
  • Bendzulla, Spark's first female COO, takes the role in addition to her position as the company's Chief Legal Officer and managing director.
  • Eichmann says, "I'm excited to have Gitte promoted to Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer at Spark.
  • Bendzulla says, "I am thrilled to expand my responsibilities at Spark Networks and support Spark as COO on its exciting journey ahead.

Spark Networks Appoints Chelsea Grayson and Eric Eichmann to Board of Directors

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Monday, August 3, 2020

BERLIN, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Spark Networks SE (NYSE: LOV ), the global leader in premium and community-based dating, today announced the appointment of Chelsea Grayson and Eric Eichmann, Chief Executive Officer of Spark Networks,to the Company's Board of Directors, effective July 29, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • BERLIN, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Spark Networks SE (NYSE: LOV ), the global leader in premium and community-based dating, today announced the appointment of Chelsea Grayson and Eric Eichmann, Chief Executive Officer of Spark Networks,to the Company's Board of Directors, effective July 29, 2020.
  • "We believe the strong additions of Chelsea and Eric to the Board will further advance Spark Network's growth initiatives and development strategy," said David Khalil, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Spark Networks.
  • Eric is a visionary leader, helping to reposition the Company, and whose insight, expertise and strong knowledge of our sector make him a natural addition to our Board of Directors."
  • Eric Eichmann joined Spark Networks in November 2019 as Chief Executive Officer.

Criteo Founder and Chairman JB Rudelle Returns to Chief Executive Officer Role to Lead the Company Into Its Next Chapter of Growth

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Wednesday, April 25, 2018

NEW YORK, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Criteo (Nasdaq: CRTO), the leading commerce marketing technology company, today announced that founder and chairman JB Rudelle will return to the role of Chief Executive Officer at Criteo's Paris headquarters with immediate effect.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Criteo (Nasdaq: CRTO), the leading commerce marketing technology company, today announced that founder and chairman JB Rudelle will return to the role of Chief Executive Officer at Criteo's Paris headquarters with immediate effect.
  • Current Chief Executive Officer Eric Eichmann will become an advisor to the CEO and transition out of the Board of Directors effective today.
  • Eric has offered to help transition the CEO role and act as advisor to the CEO."
  • I believe the timing is now right to let JB lead Criteo forward and for me to contribute in a different capacity.