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LumApps appoints Sébastien Cano as CEO

As part of the internal changes, founder and current CEO Sébastien Ricard will transition to the role of executive chairman of the company.

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LumApps has appointed Sébastien Cano (pictured) as its latest chief executive officer, effective from December 1st 2026.

As part of the internal changes, founder and current CEO Sébastien Ricard will transition to the role of executive chairman of the company.

Ricard will remain actively involved in long-term strategy and company governance, while handing over day-to-day operations to Cano.

Cano brings more than two decades of enterprise software leadership, specialising in scaling high-growth technology companies into global market leaders.

He previously held senior executive positions at Thales and Gemalto, where he led international operations and business expansion.

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In his new role, Cano will focus on executing LumApps’ Workhub product vision and expanding customer value worldwide.

Ricard said: “Over ten years ago, we founded LumApps with a simple goal: to transform how businesses connect, inform, and engage every employee, anywhere.

“Thanks to our customers and partners, LumApps has become the global leader in employee experience.

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“As we enter our next major phase of innovation & growth, Sébastien Cano’s extensive track record in leading enterprise tech companies makes him the ideal leader to guide LumApps forward.”

Cano added: “LumApps has built an exceptional platform, a world-class team, and a highly trusted brand among businesses of all sizes across the globe.

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“Based in our U.S. headquarters in Austin, Texas, I look forward to working closely with our customers, partners, and global teams to keep delivering on our promise across all regions.

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“I am excited to join the organisation at this pivotal moment.

“My priority will be accelerating our Workhub innovation roadmap, and ensuring every employee across lines of business and industries maximizes the value of their LumApps solution in an AI-driven world.”