flatexDEGIRO, one of Europe's leading online brokerage platforms, has announced the creation of a new executive position, Chief Growth Officer (CGO), and the appointment of Dominik Beier to fill it. The move signals the company's intensified focus on growth and customer development as it seeks to expand its footprint across Europe and attract new investor segments.
The newly created role combines growth strategy, brand leadership, and customer development at the Group level. Beier will report directly to CEO Oliver Behrens and will be responsible for further developing the Group's growth and brand strategy, as well as driving closer integration between product, customer experience, and marketing. This strategic alignment is intended to unlock the full potential of flatexDEGIRO's strong brand and inspire more people to invest for long-term wealth.
Dominik Beier brings extensive experience in building and scaling digital platforms. Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Officer at Bitpanda, where he oversaw marketing, growth, and international expansion. Prior to that, he held positions including CEO of the Interwetten Group and senior leadership roles at Sportradar. His track record in driving growth in the digital finance and technology sectors makes him a fitting choice for this pivotal role.
Oliver Behrens, CEO of flatexDEGIRO, commented on the appointment: "flatexDEGIRO has established a unique position in Europe. At the same time, we see significant opportunities to expand our reach, engage new customer segments, and further strengthen our market position. With Dominik, we are gaining one of Europe's most accomplished growth leaders, who has repeatedly demonstrated throughout his career how to successfully unlock exactly this kind of potential."
Dominik Beier expressed his enthusiasm: "What excites me about flatexDEGIRO is the company's tremendous potential. The Group has a unique market position in Europe, a large customer base, and an excellent foundation to inspire significantly more people to invest. I look forward to working with the team to unlock this potential and actively shape the company's next stage of development."
Beier is set to assume his role in January 2027. The creation of this position underscores flatexDEGIRO's ambition to further expand its market position across Europe. The company currently serves more than 3.5 million customers in 16 countries, holds over EUR 100 billion in assets under custody, and executed more than 75 million securities transactions in 2025. Through its platforms, DEGIRO, flatex, and ViTrade, it provides access to trading on around 50 exchanges globally.
The appointment of a Chief Growth Officer reflects a strategic move to consolidate growth efforts at the executive level, ensuring that product development, customer experience, and marketing work in concert to drive customer acquisition and retention. As the online brokerage industry becomes increasingly competitive, flatexDEGIRO's focus on growth and brand development will be critical for maintaining its leadership position and expanding its customer base.
