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Sinch Appoints Lindy Puttkammer as New Chief Human Resources Officer Effective January 2026


Sinch Appoints Lindy Puttkammer as New Chief Human Resources Officer Effective January 2026
  • by: PR Newswire
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  • February 11, 2026

Sinch AB (publ), a global leader in intelligent customer communications, has appointed Lindy Puttkammer as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Puttkammer, who joined Sinch in 2024, will report to CEO Laurinda Pang and assume the role effective January 1, 2026.

Quick Intel

  • Lindy Puttkammer promoted to CHRO at Sinch, effective January 1, 2026, reporting to CEO Laurinda Pang.
  • Puttkammer previously served as Head of HR Americas and led global Compensation and Benefits at Sinch.
  • Before Sinch, she held senior HR leadership roles at Lumen Technologies for over a decade, including VP of Talent Acquisition and VP of Human Resources.
  • She holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a specialization in HR Studies from Colorado State University.
  • Current CHRO Christina Raaschou will leave Sinch at the end of February 2026 to pursue a new opportunity, ensuring a smooth transition.
  • The appointment recognizes internal talent development and supports Sinch's global workforce of over 4,000 employees across more than 60 countries.

Promoting Internal Leadership for Continued Growth Puttkammer's promotion highlights Sinch's commitment to developing and elevating talent from within. Since joining the company, she has built a strong foundation in regional and functional HR leadership, gaining deep insight into Sinch's culture, operations, and strategic priorities.

"It is always a special moment when we are able to promote an exceptional leader from within our own organization," said Laurinda Pang, CEO of Sinch. "Lindy's deep understanding of our culture and business, combined with her comprehensive expertise, makes her the ideal person to lead our HR department forward. I am confident that she will build on our success and continue to develop our global talent."

Transition and Recognition of Outgoing CHRO Christina Raaschou, the current CHRO, will remain in her position through the end of February 2026 to support a seamless handover. During her four-year tenure, Raaschou played a pivotal role in integrating acquisitions, shaping company culture, and advancing people initiatives that contributed to Sinch's growth.

"We are immensely grateful for Christina's leadership and the significant contributions she has made during her four years at Sinch. She has been a driving force in our success, particularly in the vital work of integrating our acquisitions. Her efforts have been crucial in shaping our people, our culture, and our company. We wish her all the best in her next chapter," said Laurinda Pang.

Strengthening HR Leadership for a Global Workforce With over 4,000 employees across more than 60 countries, Sinch continues to scale its intelligent communications platform, powering customer interactions for leading global brands. Puttkammer's appointment positions the HR function to support ongoing expansion, talent development, and cultural alignment in a dynamic industry.

 

About Sinch

Sinch's vision is to connect every business with every customer, everywhere in the world. With the industry's most trusted foundation for intelligent customer communications, Sinch powers over 900 million customer interactions annually for more than 190,000 customers across the globe. Leading global companies, including AI innovators, rely on Sinch to strengthen customer relationships and deliver seamless experiences across messaging, email, and voice. Profitable since its founding in 2008, Sinch generated net sales of USD 3 billion (SEK 28.7 billion) in 2024 and has over 4,000 employees in more than 60 countries, with headquarters in Stockholm.

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