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Wrike Appoints Remko Verheul as SVP, Head of People to Lead Growth

Wrike, the intelligent work management platform, has appointed Remko Verheul as Senior Vice President, Head of People. With Wrike’s recent acquisition of Klaxoon, Verheul’s appointment marks a pivotal moment in the company’s journey. He will spearhead cultural transformation and organizational growth, ensuring Wrike remains a leader in modern work management.

A Vision for Innovation and Growth

Thomas Scott, CEO of Wrike, emphasized the company’s ambitious future:
“The future of work belongs to those who innovate, move fast, and empower their people to execute at the highest level. With the integration of Klaxoon’s visual collaboration platform, we are building something truly transformative. Remko is the leader who will ensure our people are equipped, inspired, and positioned to drive what’s next.”

Verheul’s leadership will focus on upskilling Wrike’s elite workforce, fostering collaboration, agility, and innovation. His deep HR expertise and global experience will help Wrike scale effectively and set a new benchmark for how modern organizations thrive.

Meet Remko Verheul: A Proven Leader in HR Transformation

With over 25 years of HR leadership experience, Verheul has played a key role in shaping high-growth brands, including Adidas, Swarovski, Albelli, Travix, and Happy Horizon. His career highlights include:

  • Leading cultural transformations across global organizations.
  • Integrating 10+ companies through large-scale mergers and acquisitions.
  • Building and scaling high-performing, resilient teams.

Verheul is known for his strategic HR approach and ability to create employee-centric cultures that drive business success. His expertise in HR innovation and global workforce strategy makes him the ideal leader to support Wrike’s next chapter.

Driving the Future of Work at Wrike

In his new role, Verheul will focus on:

  • Strengthening Employee Experience: Creating an inspiring, supportive environment where every Wriker can thrive.
  • Integrating Klaxoon’s Collaboration Platform: Ensuring seamless integration while promoting innovation and agility.
  • Scaling Organizational Growth: Equipping teams with the skills and resources needed to drive Wrike’s bold vision.
  • Fostering Collaboration and Impact: Reinforcing a culture where teamwork and impact go hand in hand.

Verheul shared his enthusiasm for the opportunity:
“What drew me to Wrike is its relentless drive—not just to build the future of work management, but to create an environment where its people remain at the heart of everything. We have an incredible foundation, a bold vision, and a workforce ready to define the next era of success.”

Why This Matters for Wrike’s Future

Verheul’s appointment underscores Wrike’s commitment to building a world-class team and redefining the future of work management. As the company integrates Klaxoon’s collaboration technology, his leadership will ensure that Wrike continues to empower its people to achieve high-impact, innovative work.

With Remko Verheul at the helm of Wrike’s people strategy, the company is poised to lead in cultural transformation and workforce innovation. His experience, combined with Wrike’s bold vision, will help the company thrive in the next era of work management.

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