Moveyou taps former PayPal CEO to further growth in Europe
Eelco van Wijk has been named new Chief Commercial Officer of the company, bringing over 10 years of experience in the digital sector.
Moveyou announced the addition of a new leader to their team by welcoming Eelco van Wijk as new Chief Commercial Officer.
Van Wijk has joined the mobility company after amassing more than 10 years of experience in payments, mobile apps, and software (SaaS) platforms. His tenure as Director Benelux at PayPal and as CCO at European Merchant Services will help the firm in its expansion throughout the rest of Europe.
“We are excited to welcome Eelco as our new Chief Commercial Officer. His broad experience in payments and mobile apps, combined with his passion for sustainability and mobility, make him the perfect addition to our team,” said Jan-Harmen Akkerman, Founder and CEO at Moveyou.
The new team member brings over 20 years of experience in commercial leadership roles at different companies. His most recent role was at Finnish-based Whim, the inventors of “Mobility-as-a-Service,” where he was responsible for partnerships and international growth.
“I am delighted to join the Moveyou team and work towards a sustainable future of mobility. The Moveyou platform provides a great opportunity to change the way we travel and reduce our impact on the environment,” added Eelco van Wijk.
Moveyou is a mobility platform that connects almost all forms of transportation a single interface. Its mission is to encourage sustainable journeys without sacrificing comfort, while promoting a greener and more environmentally friendly future.
