Trustly makes leadership appointments as it gears up for European expansion

Trustly, a global leader in innovative payment solutions has made two key appointments to its leadership team as it gears up for further expansion in Europe.

Trustly, a global leader in innovative payment solutions has made two key appointments to its leadership team as it gears up for further expansion in Europe.

Annika Poutiainen will be joining as Chief Legal Officer, while Georg Kaltenbrunner will start in March as Group Chief Risk & Compliance Officer. Both roles are pivotal in supporting Trustly’s growth, following significant expansions in 2023, including the acquisitions of SlimPay and Ecospend.

Trustly is renowned for its innovative account-to-account payment solutions, prioritising a human-centric approach.

The company views rules and regulations as essential contributors to its success. Poutiainen brings extensive regulatory and financial expertise to her new role, having held senior positions in regulatory bodies and financial institutions.

Meanwhile, Kaltenbrunner’s background in risk management and compliance, coupled with his experience in leadership roles, aligns with Trustly’s strategic goals.

Annika Poutiainen, Chief Legal Officer  at Trustly said, “I am excited to join Trustly, the innovative account-to-account payment leader with a strong human-centric approach where rules and regulation are seen as crucial enablers and contributors to the company’s success. I am proud to be part of this journey and look forward to working for the continued success of the company.”

Georg Kaltenbrunner, Group Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Trustly said, “I am thrilled to be joining the success story that is Trustly, where I will be working with the team to build a strong and scalable Risk Management and Compliance platform. This is a crucial step in ensuring Trustly’s business resilience and supporting our long-term ambitions.”

Johan Tjärnberg, Group CEO at Trustly, added, “We would like to extend a warm welcome to Annika and Georg, who are a really strong addition to the Trustly leadership team. They join the company at a dynamic and exciting time, and I am confident their respective teams will flourish under their guidance.”

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