AUTO1 Group Announces New CFO Appointment

AUTO1 Group SE, Europe's leading digital automotive platform, has appointed Jörg Pietzner as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2027. Pietzner, presently Managing Director of Financial Accounting & Controlling at Deutsche Börse AG, brings 25 years of financial experience, having worked with Deutsche Börse, UniCredit, and Goldman Sachs.

Pietzner's key responsibilities at Deutsche Börse included overseeing financial and regulatory reporting. He has also held significant roles at UniCredit and started his career at Goldman Sachs. His previous experience provides a robust foundation for his new role at AUTO1 Group.

Pietzner, who joined the AUTO1 Group Supervisory Board in June 2026, will offer a seamless leadership transition due to his familiarity with the company's business model. Both Hakan Koç, Chairman, and Christian Bertermann, CEO, express confidence in Pietzner's ability to propel the company's growth strategy.