KOBLENZ, GERMANY | EMBARGO: 11:00 CET, WEDNESDAY 15TH MARCH, 2023 — Canyon Bicycles, the world-leading, direct-to-consumer bicycle manufacturer based in Koblenz, Germany, appoints Karim Bohn as its new Chief Financial Officer.
Karim Bohn brings over 20 years’ international financial markets experience to Canyon, as well as huge enthusiasm for the brand and for cycling.
He will be part of Canyon’s Executive Leadership Team and will be responsible for managing financial performance for Canyon Bicycles GmbH and all Canyon-owned entities worldwide.
Bohn joins Canyon with significant experience in international finance and capital markets gained through senior positions with companies including Merrill Lynch, Deutsche Bank and Fortress Investment Group, in both the United Kingdom and Germany. He brings a strong track record in helping to build fast-growing companies, which was honed in his most recent position as CFO of investment management company Patrizia.
Karim Bohn, Canyon Chief Financial Officer: “Canyon’s game-changing innovations and incredible performance bikes are very well known but what’s even more compelling for me is the passion and energy within the business. The desire I’ve seen to build the best bikes and focus on the customer has been hugely inspirational. As CFO and as a passionate cyclist, I’m committed to continue driving Canyon’s innovation and performance, whilst ensuring we continue to offer our customers the best bikes at the best value.”
Canyon CEO Nicolas de Ros Wallace: “As we continue to grow our business, it's essential that we maintain our strong financial foundation and can continue to attract great talent. Our future success relies heavily on this. With Karim’s extensive financial experience, strategic mindset and passion for cycling I’m confident that he is the right person to drive our company's growth and help us in achieving our long-term objectives."
Bohn will commence his employment with Canyon on 1st April 2023 and will be based at Canyon’s global head office in Koblenz, Germany.