Observed Signal · Nov 13, 2020 · Hiring · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Sitecore Names Per Stritich GM for Central and Eastern Europe
Sitecore, a global leader in Digital Experience Management software, has appointed Per Stritich as General Manager for Central and Eastern Europe to drive growth in the German market and expand across Europe. Stritich brings extensive leadership experience from both software and services, including stints at Box, Onelogin, and Automation Anywhere, and nearly a decade at SAP EMEA overseeing cloud and line-of-business product families. In his new role, he will lead Sitecore’s regional growth initiatives and accelerate expansion with customers and partners. Sitecore notes that its solutions are in high demand across industries such as healthcare, financial services, retail, automotive, and manufacturing, counting more than a third of the Fortune 100 and almost half of the S&P Global 100 among its customers. The appointment underscores Sitecore's strategy to strengthen its presence in Europe and unlock new regional opportunities.
Regional leadership appointment signaling growth strategy in Central & Eastern Europe; not industry-wide disruption.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Sitecore appointed Per Stritich as General Manager for Central and Eastern Europe.
- Stritich previously led SAP EMEA's cloud and line-of-business product strategy for nearly ten years.
- He has worked with Box, Onelogin, and Automation Anywhere to launch and establish them in Europe.
- Sitecore counts more than a third of Fortune 100 and nearly half of the S&P Global 100 among its customers.
- The appointment aims to drive growth in the German market and expand Sitecore’s footprint across Europe.
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