Bitpanda Appoints Co-Founder Eric Demuth as Executive Chairman and President of the Board
Bitpanda, one of Europe’s leading digital investment platforms, has announced a major leadership transition as Co-Founder Eric Demuth assumes the role of Executive Chairman and President of the Board of Bitpanda Group AG, the Swiss holding company of the Bitpanda Group. later than more than a decade as Co-CEO, Demuth’s new position marks the next step in the company’s growth and governance evolution.
As Executive Chairman, Demuth will focus on shaping Bitpanda’s long-term vision, global strategy, and expansion agenda. The appointment is to strengthen oversight at the board level while maintaining close alignment with the company’s executive leadership as it accelerates its international ambitions.
“Over the past ten years, Bitpanda has evolved from a bold idea into one of Europe’s most trusted digital investment platforms,” Demuth said. “As we enter the next phase of our global journey, I remain fully involved in shaping Bitpanda’s strategy and expansion. In my new role, I’ll continue working closely with Lukas and our teams to strengthen our strategic foundation and ensure Bitpanda remains a driving force of financial innovation in Europe and beyond.”
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Lukas Enzersdorfer-Konrad Becomes Sole CEO, Driving Operational Growth
Following the transition, Lukas Enzersdorfer-Konrad will take on the role of sole Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Having previously shared leadership duties as Co-CEO, Enzersdorfer-Konrad will now overview Bitpanda’s daily operations, execution strategy, and , guiding the company’s expansion across Europe and beyond.
“Eric’s vision and growth mindset have been fundamental to Bitpanda’s success,” said Enzersdorfer-Konrad. “As he transitions into his new role as Executive Chairman, we’ll continue working closely together to execute our and make investing simple, secure, and accessible for everyone.”
The leadership realignment underscores Bitpanda’s evolution from a high-growth fintech beginup into a mature, multi-regulated users and institutional partners. The company is licensed across key European jurisdictions, offering access to a broad range of , stocks, ETFs, and precious metals.
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Bitpanda Enters Its Next Phase of Global Expansion
Founded in 2014, Bitpanda has become one of Europe’s most recognized fintechs, pioneering user-friendly access to investments in digital and traditional assets. The company’s steady regulatory expansion, including licenses across Austria, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the UK, reflects its commitment to compliance and investor protection.
Demuth’s move to Executive Chairman is widely viewn as a sign of Bitpanda’s institutional maturity and its ambition to scale globally while maintaining its entrepreneurial culture. The transition also positions Bitpanda to deepen partnerships with financial institutions, strengthen its B2B platform, and advance its mission to make investing “as simple as booking a flight online.”
With its robust leadership structure, Bitpanda is set to enter a new growth chapter defined by governance excellence, operational efficiency, and cross-border innovation. The leadership evolution ensures that both long-term strategic direction and near-term execution remain aligned under the founders’ original vision.
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