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Claus Geiger
Member of the BVMW Federal Association
Experience
May 2024 - Present
1 year 10 monthsKrefeld, Germany
Member of the BVMW Federal Association
Der Mittelstand. BVMW
- Association member focused on supporting the sales structures of SMEs
Jan 2024 - Present
2 years 2 monthsKrefeld, Germany
Founder and CEO
Revenue Rise GmbH
- Sales Coaching and Consulting for Sales Organizations in Times of Rapid Change Driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Jan 2020 - Jul 2023
3 years 7 monthsSales and Marketing Director EMEA
Weiler Abrasives Group
- New Business Development and International Sales
Jul 2018 - Jan 2020
1 year 7 monthsNeuss, Germany
Regional Manager 3M Abrasives Systems Division Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa
3M
- New Business Development and International Sales
Apr 2015 - Jan 2020
4 years 10 monthsMeerbusch, Germany
Global Key Account Manager Automotive
3M
- Drive the Global Key Account initiative for the 3M Precision Grinding and Finishing Business (PG&F)
Sep 2007 - Mar 2015
7 years 7 monthsBusiness Development Manager
3M
- Leading the 3M Power Tool Portfolio in EMEA
- Corporate planning and product management
Mar 2005 - Aug 2007
2 years 6 monthsDivision Manager
BIAX Germany
- Head of global BIAX operations (premium air power tools)
- Product management and key accounts
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing (18.5 years), Automotive (5 years), and Professional Services (2 years).
Manufacturing
Automotive
Professional Services
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Sales (20.5 years), Product Development (10 years), Strategy (9.5 years), and Marketing (3.5 years).
Sales
Product Development
Strategy
Marketing
Summary
In the last 30 years I have worked in leading sales and marketing positions for international companies such as 3M, TTS Tooltechnic (brand Festool) and Weiler Abrasives USA. I have managed annual budgets of around EUR 1.3 bn and trained over 1,000 salespeople and sales managers.
Skills
- Sales Training
- Distribution Training
- Corporate Training
- International Business Development
- Business
Languages
German
AdvancedEnglish
AdvancedFrench
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Where is Claus based?
Claus is based in Krefeld, Germany.
What languages does Claus speak?
Claus speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).
How many years of experience does Claus have?
Claus has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Claus has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months. Note that Claus may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Claus be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Claus would be well-suited for roles such as: Member of the BVMW Federal Association, Founder and CEO, Sales and Marketing Director EMEA.
What is Claus's latest experience?
Claus's most recent position is Member of the BVMW Federal Association at Der Mittelstand. BVMW.
What companies has Claus worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Claus has worked for Der Mittelstand. BVMW, Revenue Rise GmbH, and Weiler Abrasives Group.
Which industries is Claus most experienced in?
Claus is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Professional Services.
Which business areas is Claus most experienced in?
Claus is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Product Development, and Strategy and Planning. Claus also has some experience in Marketing.
Which industries has Claus worked in recently?
Claus has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Professional Services.
Which business areas has Claus worked in recently?
Claus has recently worked in business areas like Sales, Marketing, and Strategy and Planning.
What is the availability of Claus?
Claus is immediately available for suitable projects.
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