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Thomas Plantenga
CEO at Vinted
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Thomas Plantenga
CEO at Vinted
Vilnius, Vilniaus
Overview
Thomas Plantenga is the Group CEO at Vinted, overseeing the growth and success of the popular online marketplace. With a background in tech and e-commerce, he has successfully led Vinted through significant milestones, such as securing funding rounds and expanding the company's market presence.
Thomas has a strong track record of strategic leadership and business development, evident in his roles as a Board Member at Techleap and previous positions at OLX and FJ Labs. His investments in various startups, particularly in the e-commerce and technology sectors, showcase his commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the industry.
Work Experience
Board Member
2023 - Current
Techleap helps to quantify and accelerate the Dutch technology ecosystem
Group CEO
2017
Co CEO
2017 - 2017
CSO
2016 - 2017
Joined to implement turnaround strategy
Strategy Consultant
2016 - 2016
Developed turnaround strategy of Vinted
Venture development
2015 - 2016
FJ Labs is a stage-agnostic consumer facing fund headquartered in New York City. Fabrice Grinda and Jose Marin are investing in startups and building companies through FJ Labs.
FJ Labs is a stage-agnostic investment firm that focuses on marketplaces and consumer facing startups.
Interim Head of MENA - Emerging markets
2015 - 2015
Head of West & East Africa - Emerging Markets
2014 - 2015
Portfolio Development manager - Emerging Markets
2013 - 2014
Consultant
2010 - 2013
Co-founder
2010 - 2013
Bookaboat developed a subscription based booking software for boat rental companies. The free booking module, launched in 2012, realized a rapid growth propelling Bookaboat to the top of the market within weeks. This growth gained the attention of the Telegraaf Media Group and led to their investment.