Rick Frenken
About Rick Frenken
Rick Frenken serves as the Head of Growth at PayFit UK and has extensive experience in sales and marketing roles across various companies, including iZettle and Sqore. He has a strong educational background with degrees from multiple institutions, including a Master of Science from Stockholm School of Economics.
Work at PayFit
Rick Frenken serves as the Head of Growth at PayFit UK since 2021. In this role, he has played a crucial part in aligning the sales, marketing, and partnerships teams to drive revenue growth. His leadership has contributed to the company's strategic initiatives aimed at expanding its market presence in the UK.
Previous Experience at iZettle
Prior to his current role, Rick held multiple positions at iZettle, a PayPal service, from 2015 to 2021. He started as a Business Development Manager in the Netherlands, where he was the first person on the ground. He then progressed to roles such as Team Lead for Business Development Management and Business Manager for New Markets. Rick was instrumental in transitioning the company's focus from transactional SME to mid-market SaaS solutions and managed revenue operations during iZettle's acquisition by PayPal.
Mentorship at ACE
From 2018 to 2021, Rick served as a Mentor at the Amsterdam Center for Entrepreneurship (ACE). In this capacity, he provided guidance and support to emerging entrepreneurs, leveraging his extensive experience in business development and marketing to foster growth and innovation.
Education and Expertise
Rick holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Business & Management with a specialization in Marketing and Media Management from the Stockholm School of Economics, completed from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business Administration from Universiteit Twente between 2008 and 2013. Additionally, he completed a Post Graduate Exchange Semester at University College Dublin in 2014.
Achievements in Revenue Growth
During his tenure at iZettle, Rick achieved an average of 70% year-over-year growth, scaling the company from 0 to 5 million ARR. He also played a key role in establishing the Benelux region as the highest growth market for iZettle for three consecutive years, showcasing his ability to drive significant revenue increases and market expansion.