Degussa reorganises its Executive Board and strengthens its focus on digitalisation and internationalisation – Alexander Betz appointed as new CEO

Alexander Betz has been appointed as the new CEO. Having closely supported Degussa’s strategic direction in recent years, he will ensure a seamless transition in the leadership and further development of the company. With many years of experience in corporate leadership and the operational scaling of networked business models, he brings the necessary expertise to decisively steer the next growth phase. Until the CFO position is filled, Tino Porzel, a member of the Degussa Board of Directors, will also ensure continuity and stability in the finance function on an interim basis.

Thanks to Christian Rauch and Mark Sommer

August François von Finck, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Degussa Holding AG, says: “Degussa stands on a strong foundation today and is better positioned than ever. Over the past few years, Christian Rauch has strengthened our brand and our position in the precious metals market. At the same time, Mark Sommer has established a robust foundation for our processes and governance. We thank them for this and wish them wish them every success in their future endeavours.”

Strategic and operational development with Alexander Betz and an expanded management team

Going forward, the Executive Board will comprise a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), a Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to implement the growth and internationalisation strategy and further strengthen customer and sales focus, and a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The search for a CRO and CFO has already begun.

August François von Finck says: “We are pleased to appoint Alexander Betz as CEO, bringing with him extensive experience as a founder, entrepreneur, and former management board member of listed companies. As a recognised expert in scaling complex business models, he will work with the entire team to successfully shape Degussa’s next chapter.”

Alexander Betz (54) has been active as a founder, entrepreneur and senior executive for more than three decades, guiding companies and platform ecosystems through to the successful market and scaling phase. His focus centres on entrepreneurial leadership, the establishment of efficient organizational structures and the sustainable development of business models. As Chief Digitalisation Officer with operational responsibility at PATRIZIA AG and as CEO of eFonds AG, he has demonstrated how traditional business concepts can be made fit for the future through technological and operational excellence.

“I would like to thank the Board of Directors for their confidence in me,” says Alexander Betz. “It is an honour for me to be able to guide Degussa in the next phase of its corporate development. I have already had the pleasure of getting to know many of my wonderful colleagues during my consultancy and implementation work and look forward to continuing to work with them.”
 

About Degussa:

Degussa is one of Europe’s leading gold and precious metals dealers, with its headquarters and active business locations in Switzerland, as well as branches in Germany, Spain and the UK. The company combines long-standing market expertise with modern platform and service capabilities: certified gold and silver bars and other precious metal products, transparent processes and digital services for private clients as well as institutional investors. With turnover in excess of CHF 3 billion (2025) and full membership of the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA), Degussa stands for the highest quality standards, rigorous compliance and enduring customer trust. The company is driving international expansion, operational excellence and the strategic use of digital technologies to make precious metals accessible as a long-term asset class for all generations.
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