Peter Largen
About Peter Largen
Peter Largen serves as the Executive Vice President and Deputy Group Head of Hearst Transportation, bringing extensive experience in technology and operations within the transportation sector. He has held various leadership roles in notable companies, including CCC Intelligent Solutions and MOTOR Information Systems, and has a background in marketing and consulting.
Current Role at Hearst
Peter Largen serves as the Executive Vice President & Deputy Group Head for Hearst Transportation. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the strategic direction and operational management of the transportation sector within Hearst. His leadership focuses on enhancing business performance and driving growth initiatives.
Previous Experience at Hearst
Largen has extensive experience at Hearst, having held multiple roles. He was the Executive Vice President, Operations & Chief Technology Officer for MOTOR Information Systems from 2010 to 2021. He also served as EVP, Operations & Chief Technology Officer for Black Book & MOTOR Information Systems from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at Hearst highlights his expertise in technology and operations management.
Career Background
Largen's career includes significant roles in various organizations. He worked as Chief Marketing Officer at CCC Intelligent Solutions from 1992 to 2001 and served as Chief Operating Officer at CenterPost Communications from 2005 to 2007. He also held the position of Chief Marketing Officer at Jentro Technologies GmbH in 2008-2009. His diverse background spans marketing, operations, and technology leadership.
Education and Expertise
Peter Largen studied at the University of Minnesota, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in the College of Liberal Arts from 1980 to 1984. He furthered his education at the Hearst Management Institute, focusing on Executive Leadership from 2011 to 2013. Largen has expertise in leading international growth initiatives, particularly in high-volume transaction processing networks for software and data as a service.
Leadership Style
Largen is recognized for his ability to build new businesses and develop peak-performing teams. He is noted for his enthusiastic and compassionate leadership approach, which fosters collaboration and innovation within his teams. His leadership style emphasizes the importance of nurturing talent and driving organizational success.