Michael Nicodemus
About Michael Nicodemus
Michael Nicodemus serves as the Director of People, Group Functions at Vinted, where he provides strategic HR support to key executives. He has extensive experience in people development and organizational management, having held various leadership roles at companies such as SumUp, Nike, and Starbucks.
Current Role at Vinted
Michael Nicodemus serves as the Director of People, Group Functions at Vinted since 2023. In this role, he manages the People Business Partner team, providing strategic HR support to key executives including the CFO, General Counsel, and VP of People. He leads the Internal Communications and Knowledge Management teams for Vinted Group, ensuring alignment between global and local perspectives to enhance employee experiences.
Previous Experience at Vinted
Prior to his current position, Michael worked at Vinted as the Interim Senior Director of People Experience in 2022, covering for parental leave for seven months. He also held the position of Director of People Development, Internal Communications, and Knowledge Management from 2021 to 2023, where he focused on enhancing employee engagement and communication strategies within the organization.
Career Background
Michael has a diverse career background with significant experience in people development and organizational management. He worked at SumUp as the People Development Lead for Europe from 2020 to 2021. His previous roles include Director of Organizational Development at May & Company from 2018 to 2020, and various managerial positions at Starbucks and Nike, where he developed skills in team leadership and operational management.
Educational Qualifications
Michael holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from ESMT Berlin, where he studied Strategy and Innovation. He also earned a Master of Science in Applied Neuroscience from King's College London, which he is pursuing from 2022 to 2025. Additionally, he has a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Psychology from the University of Houston and participated in a Global Exchange Course at Fudan University focused on China's evolving business culture.
Leadership and Strategic HR Support
In his current role, Michael acts as a direct People Business Partner for Vinted's executive team, providing strategic HR support to enhance organizational effectiveness. His leadership in Internal Communications and Knowledge Management aims to foster a cohesive work environment, aligning the company's people strategy with its overall business objectives.