Koen Bok
About Koen Bok
Koen Bok is the CEO of Framer and has served in various roles including Advisor at CodeSandbox and Investor at Festina. He has a background in product design and co-founded Sofa B.V., and he holds a degree in Mass Communication from the University of Amsterdam.
Current Role at Framer
Koen Bok serves as the CEO of Framer, a position he has held since 2015. Under his leadership, Framer has focused on enhancing design and development tools for web projects. His role involves overseeing the strategic direction of the company and ensuring the alignment of its products with user needs. Framer operates out of the Amsterdam Area, where Bok has contributed to its growth and innovation in the design software industry.
Professional Experience at CodeSandbox
Since 2019, Koen Bok has worked as an Advisor at CodeSandbox, a platform that enables developers to create web applications quickly. His advisory role leverages his extensive experience in product design and development. This position complements his leadership at Framer, allowing him to influence the broader tech community in Amsterdam and beyond.
Background in Entrepreneurship at Sofa B.V.
Koen Bok co-founded Sofa B.V. in 2006 and served as the General Director until 2011. During this period, he played a key role in establishing the company’s vision and operations. Sofa B.V. focused on creating innovative design solutions, which laid the groundwork for Bok's future endeavors in the tech industry.
Experience at Facebook
From 2011 to 2013, Koen Bok worked as a Product Designer at Facebook in the San Francisco Bay Area. His role involved designing user interfaces and improving user experiences for one of the largest social media platforms. This experience contributed to his understanding of user-centric design, which he applies in his current roles.
Education in Mass Communication
Koen Bok studied Mass Communication and Media Studies at the University of Amsterdam, starting in 2001. This educational background provided him with insights into media dynamics and communication strategies, which are essential in his roles within the tech and design sectors.