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zvoove Group Names Otto Lepikkö as New COO


zvoove Group Names Otto Lepikkö as New COO
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  • January 16, 2026

zvoove Group, the market-leading provider of software and AI solutions for the temporary staffing, private security, and cleaning industries, has appointed Otto Lepikkö as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Reporting directly to CEO Oliver Muhr, Lepikkö joins the C-level leadership team and will oversee target operating models, efficiency programs, operating units, and key strategic projects to strengthen the Group's market position.

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  • Otto Lepikkö appointed COO of zvoove Group, effective January 1, 2026.
  • Role includes responsibility for operating models, efficiency initiatives, and executive oversight of major strategic projects.
  • Lepikkö brings extensive HCM and payroll software expertise from leadership positions at Accountor and Zalaris.
  • Previously led international operations across multiple countries and successfully integrated over 20 acquisitions.
  • Focus on scaling platforms, automating processes, driving consistency, and accelerating cross-market growth.
  • zvoove Group serves 8,500 customers managing 3M+ workers, EUR 24B in annual payroll, and 3M+ applications yearly.

Lepikkö's appointment strengthens zvoove Group's executive leadership as the company advances its international expansion and platform refinement in dynamic staffing and service industries.

"We are thrilled to welcome Otto Lepikkö to the leadership team," said Oliver Muhr, CEO zvoove Group. "Otto is a proven leader with a remarkable track record in scaling international operations and driving growth and profitability. His deep expertise in HCM- and payroll software and his experience in leading business transformation will be invaluable as we continue to refine our playbooks and accelerate our international growth."

Lepikkö joins from a distinguished career in operational leadership and business transformation. As Executive Vice President at Accountor, he managed an international business across seven countries with 1,700 employees. Prior to that, as Group COO at Zalaris, he oversaw operations and business performance in nine countries. His specialization includes large-scale transformation, process automation, customer success optimization, and M&A integration across diverse markets.

"I am honored to join zvoove Group at such a pivotal moment in the company's journey," said Otto Lepikkö. "Together with our international teams, I look forward to strengthening our operating models, scaling our platform efficiently, and enhancing the value we deliver to customers. By driving greater consistency, automation, and cross-market alignment, we will further reinforce zvoove's position as the leading software and AI partner in our industries."

The appointment aligns with zvoove Group's mission to digitize and optimize processes across the staffing ecosystem, delivering greater efficiency for agencies and service providers, expanded opportunities for talent, and reliable workforce solutions for enterprises.

 

About zvoove Group

zvoove Group is the industry leading provider of software and AI solutions for the temporary staffing, cleaning services and personal security industries. In the dynamic ecosystem of agencies and service providers, talent, and enterprises, zvoove digitizes and optimizes processes for more efficiency and competitive advantages. Through end-to-end digitalization for agencies and service providers, more job offers and career opportunities for talent and reliable workforce for enterprises zvoove improves the world of work. Around 8,500 customers trust zvoove Group. Today, they manage more than 3 million workers, EUR 24 billion in annual payroll, and over 3 million applications per year via their platform. zvoove employs 950 people at 25 locations across Europe and Latin America.

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