Refurbished
30
Jan
2025
3
min read

IPO in the make as refurbed expands advisory board with finance expert Jan Kemper?

Vienna-based online marketplace for refurbished products, refurbed, has announced the expansion of its advisory board with the appointment of finance expert Jan Kemper. With extensive experience as CFO and COO at companies such as Zalando, N26, and ProSiebenSat.1, Kemper is set to support refurbed’s management in financing strategies, operational excellence, and international scaling. At Zalando, Kemper played a key role in preparing and executing the company’s IPO. Is this a sign that refurbed is preparing an IPO soon? Time will tell.

Refurbed’s growing advisory board

Founded in 2020, refurbed’s advisory board plays a crucial role in guiding the company’s management on sustainable growth, technological innovation, and international expansion. The board now consists of seven members, including Delphine Mousseau (former Zalando executive and current chair), Michael Bastholt (Almaz Capital), and Kim Väisänen (Evli Growth Partner).

Kemper’s vision for refurbed

Kemper expressed enthusiasm about his new role, stating his goal is to act as a strategic partner for the management team. His expertise in operational efficiency, internationalization, and financing will help strengthen refurbed’s growth trajectory. He also emphasized the importance of sustainability and circular economy principles, positioning refurbed as a pioneer in the refurbished electronics market.

Advisory board as a strategic asset

Refurbed’s co-founder, Peter Windischhofer, highlighted the significance of the advisory board in securing funding rounds and refining the company’s business model for maximum impact. With seven members from diverse backgrounds and nationalities, refurbed benefits from a broad spectrum of industry expertise. Windischhofer noted that Kemper’s addition is expected to be the final reinforcement of the board for the foreseeable future.

Via: brutkasten.com

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