Ritu Mohanka’s impressive career trajectory has seen her holding leadership positions at top companies in the HR technology industry. She started as Senior Vice President Europe for IBM’s Smarter Workforce division following the acquisition of Kenexa in 2012, where she led significant business expansion across EMEA and delivered high double-digit growth. Mohanka’s strategic insight and leadership skills enabled her to enter new markets and establish strong relationships with key clients in various industries such as financial services, energy, retail, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. Her success at IBM led her to join Glint to spearhead their expansion in EMEA, eventually becoming VP Strategy & Business Development EMEA for LinkedIn’s Learning & Engagement division after their acquisition in 2018.
As the newly appointed CEO of VONQ, Mohanka is poised to bring her wealth of experience from Kenexa, IBM, Glint, and LinkedIn to lead the company into its next phase of growth and innovation. VONQ is a global HR technology company that specializes in simplifying recruitment marketing for enterprises, staffing agencies, and users of applicant tracking systems, allowing them to reach a wider pool of candidates effectively. With an ISO 27001 certification and built on GenAI, VONQ offers services such as job advertising, job distribution, and employer branding to thousands of customers worldwide. Headquartered in Rotterdam with offices in The Netherlands, Germany, the UK, and the USA, VONQ is recognized as a strategic leader in the Fosway 9-Grid for Talent Acquisition.
Both VONQ’s co-founder, Tycho van Paassen, and Capital D’s Partner and Co-Founder, Jean-Marc Jabre, have expressed their confidence in Mohanka’s leadership abilities to drive VONQ towards disruptive innovation and market expansion. By leveraging VONQ’s AI-powered platform, which has already reached over 100,000 hiring firms and is embedded in 30+ ATSs, Mohanka aims to redefine the recruitment landscape and set new industry standards. Her appointment comes at a time when recruitment technology is primed to make a significant impact, and she is eager to work collaboratively with partners and customers to exceed expectations and deliver high-quality solutions to global clients.
VONQ’s reputation as a global leader in recruitment marketing is further solidified by its strategic partnerships with key industry players and its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. The company’s ISO 27001 certification underscores its dedication to maintaining high standards of data security and quality in its services. With a focus on job advertising, job distribution, and employer branding, VONQ is well-positioned to help organizations attract top talent and streamline their recruitment processes. Additionally, VONQ’s presence in multiple countries and recognition in the Fosway 9-Grid for Talent Acquisition attest to its credibility and success in the HR technology market.
Capital D, the growth-buyout fund manager that has invested in VONQ, specializes in disruptive mid-market businesses across Europe, aiming to identify companies that will thrive in the disruption economy. Through its unique investment approach that considers macro, technological, and behavioral trends, Capital D adds purpose and agility to traditional investment lenses, positioning its portfolio companies for success in a rapidly evolving business environment. Alongside VONQ, Capital D has made successful investments in innovative companies such as Invincible Brands, Qmee, Phrasee, and Electrify, showcasing its commitment to supporting businesses at the forefront of industry disruption.