Daniel Farkas Joins SoSafe As Chief Revenue Officer

SoSafe, a notable European entity in security awareness training and human risk management, has announced the immediate appointment of Daniel Farkas as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and Peter Grausgruber as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 1, 2026. These strategic hires mark an important step for the company as it embarks on a new phase of growth and expansion.

In his new role, Daniel Farkas will oversee all functions related to revenue generation, including sales, partnerships, marketing, and customer success. He aims to enhance customer relationships and drive the company’s success in these areas.

Decades of Experience

Daniel Farkas brings over two decades of experience in scaling SaaS and digital businesses

Daniel Farkas brings over two decades of experience in scaling SaaS and digital businesses. Previously, he served in prominent sales and revenue leadership positions at Staffbase, contributing to its growth from €20 million ARR to €130 million ARR.

His professional journey also includes key roles at Box and Accenture, reflecting a noteworthy track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering substantial value to clients across international markets.

“SoSafe is redefining how organizations protect themselves against one of the biggest risks of our time: cyberattacks. Their human-centric approach stands out in an industry often dominated by technology-first thinking. Joining a team that combines purpose with innovation is a tremendous opportunity, and I’m eager to help SoSafe amplify its global impact,” stated Daniel Farkas.

Strong Track Record

Peter Grausgruber brings a wealth of experience as a strategic scale-up CFO, and will manage financial strategy, operations, and investor relations at SoSafe. Having started his career in consultancy with BDO, Deloitte, and PwC, Peter went on to lead transformation projects at OMV, one of Austria’s major industrial firms.

His role as CFO at Bitpanda saw an increase in revenue to over €300 million, while at Fourthline, he played a crucial part in scaling the finance function and organization to profitability. His combination of consultancy foundations and scale-up experience positions him as a valuable asset to SoSafe's growth plans.

“SoSafe is operating in the right market at exactly the right time, with a highly relevant and proven solution,” said Peter Grausgruber, adding “The company’s sustained, healthy growth demonstrates strong product-market fit, and I’m excited to help shape its financial strategy as we continue to scale.”

Commitment to Sustainable Growth

“Bringing Daniel and Peter on board marks an exciting milestone for SoSafe as we accelerate our global mission,” said Dr. Niklas Hellemann, CEO and Co-Founder of SoSafe, adding “Their leadership, experience, and shared commitment to sustainable growth perfectly complement our vision of giving people the ability and confidence to stay secure and thrive in a digital world.”