FREENOW appoints new CFO as taxi centred mobility company targets continued growth
FREENOW, the European multi-mobility app with taxis at its core, has announced the appointment of Lennart Zipfel as its new Chief Financial Officer. Zipfel succeeds Johannes Prantl, who is retiring after leading the company’s financial operations through a critical growth phase.
Zipfel steps into the role at a pivotal time, as FREENOW continues to build on its financial stability, having reached break-even in mid-2024. He brings over 11 years of experience in financial strategy, consulting, and global project management.
His time at FREENOW spans more than six years, during which he has held key leadership positions in Commercial Finance, Corporate Development, and Country Operations. Most recently, he served as Vice President of the Finance department, overseeing corporate finance processes across multiple areas.
His appointment follows a rigorous selection process led by FREENOW’s Supervisory Board. Before joining the company, Zipfel spent five years at EY, focusing on management consulting. He holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Hamburg.
Founded in 2009, FREENOW remains committed to its taxi business while expanding its multi-mobility offerings. Operating in over 150 cities, the company continues to invest in its taxi services while offering users a broader range of transport options.
Lennart Zipfel, newly appointed CFO of FREENOW, said: “FREENOW has established a strong presence in the European taxi market by offering users a reliable platform for accessing various multi-mobility services. I am grateful for the opportunity to have witnessed and been part of decision-making, contributing to its progress and financial development. As CFO of FREENOW, my focus will be to ensure the stability and sustainable growth in a compliant manner, driven by our core taxi services. By reaching break-even last year, we have set a strong foundation for achieving our future business goals.”
Thomas Zimmermann, CEO of FREENOW, said: “We are continuing to sharpen our focus and commitment to the taxi sector. I’m proud of our achievements in 2024 and the strategic shift that contributed to reaching break-even and financial stability of FREENOW. At the moment, we are best positioned to bring more innovation to the taxi industry and deliver exceptional user experience for our passengers and drivers.
“We are incredibly grateful for Johannes Prantl’s dedicated leadership as a CFO and significant contributions to our success over the years. We wish him all the best in the next chapter of his life. I’m delighted to welcome Lennart Zipfel as FREENOW CFO, as he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. His deep understanding of our business and fresh perspectives are invaluable for our continuous growth and success. I'm personally looking forward to collaborating with Lennart to drive FREENOW's continued success.”
