Atheneum Partners GmbH (Atheneum) announces the appointment of Jim Owens as Chief Executive Officer. Jim succeeds former CEO Mathias Wengeler who has transitioned to board member.
Owens previously served as the President & CEO of Cisive, and joins Atheneum with over 20 years of experience, bringing industry-leading knowledge in data and technology services where he led Cisive’s growth through superior technology-enabled services and strategic acquisitions. Prior to joining Cisive, Jim worked in management consultancy and served as an officer in the US Navy submarine service.
As CEO of Atheneum, Owens will lead the company through its next phase of growth, driving innovation and executing new business opportunities, continuing Atheneum’s mission to be at the forefront of knowledge.
“I am thrilled to be joining Atheneum at such an exciting time in its evolution,” said Owens. “The company has established itself as a leader in the research as a service space, and I am excited to build on that foundation and lead the company to even greater success.”
In leading the onboarding efforts of Jim, Brett Schnittlich, Vice Chairman of the Board said “We are delighted to welcome Jim to the Atheneum team. With his proven record of success in the technology industry and his deep understanding of the Atheneum’s values, culture and mission, he is uniquely prepared to lead Atheneum into the future.”
About Atheneum Partners:
Atheneum Partners is a Research as a Service platform that connects leading industry experts with clients seeking to insights into markets, products, and trends. The company provides on-demand access to over 1,500,000 experts worldwide, delivering tailored insights and research across a wide range of industries and sectors.