Thomas Maas has been CEO of freelancermap since 2011. As CEO of the largest platform for freelancers in German-speaking countries and a leading voice in the industry, he is committed to ensuring that freelancing, as the backbone of tomorrow's working world, finally receives the social recognition it deserves. With the annual Freelancer Compass, the most comprehensive study on the current state and trends in freelancing, he highlights the challenges and opportunities of the industry. As co-initiator of Freelance Unlocked, he is laying another foundation for the future of work.