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Frank Walberg
CEO
Experience
Jan 2019 - Dec 2024
6 yearsUlm, Germany
CEO
SMK Medien GmbH & Co. KG
- Digital transformation and repositioning
- Operational efficiency
- Sustainable profitability
Jan 2017 - Dec 2019
3 yearsCEO
Oro Vivo AG
- Complete turnaround
- New brand DNA
- Successful market expansion
Jan 2015 - Dec 2017
3 yearsCEO
Eisbär Sportmoden GmbH
- Restructuring and internationalization with significant revenue growth
Jan 2012 - Dec 2015
4 yearsCountry Manager DACH
LIU JO S.p.A.
- Doubled revenue
- Built retail networks
- Organizational restructuring
Jan 2012 - Dec 2015
4 yearsConsultant
Mammut Sports Group
- Market entry and expansion in DACH
- Optimization of product and sales strategies
Jan 2010 - Dec 2012
3 yearsCountry Manager DACH
Mango
- Turnaround with sustainable growth
- Led 1,000+ employees
- Managed €200M in revenues
Jan 2006 - Dec 2010
5 yearsCEO
Walberg Fashion GmbH
- Advised investors
- Created and expanded the 'Fashion Duke' brand
Jan 2003 - Dec 2006
4 yearsCEO
One Touch GmbH / CBR Holding
- Increased revenue from €32M to €46M
- Achieved successful group sale
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Fashion (12 years), Media and Entertainment (6 years), Retail (6 years), Sport (4 years), Professional Services (4 years), and Food and Beverage (3 years).
Fashion
Media and Entertainment
Retail
Sport
Professional Services
Food and Beverage
Business Areas Experience
The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.
Experienced in Strategy (22 years), Operations (15 years), Marketing (12 years), Sales (6 years), and Product Development (5 years).
Strategy
Operations
Marketing
Sales
Product Development
Summary
Internationally experienced executive with over 35 years in the global fashion, sports and retail industries. Multiple CEO and Country Manager roles with proven success in restructuring, turnaround management and international expansion. Specialized in brand development, corporate leadership, private equity and start-ups. Extensive experience in managing teams of 1,000+ employees and P&L responsibility exceeding €200 million.
Skills
- Ms Office
- Sap
- Erp Systems
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedItalian
AdvancedEducation
ESA VOS Sonthofen
Diploma in Economics · Economics · Sonthofen, Germany
University of Bordeaux
Economics · Bordeaux, France
Certifications & licenses
Certified NLP Coach
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Where is Frank based?
Frank is based in Sonthofen, Germany.
What languages does Frank speak?
Frank speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Italian (Advanced).
How many years of experience does Frank have?
Frank has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Frank has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Frank may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Frank be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Frank would be well-suited for roles such as: CEO, Country Manager DACH, Consultant.
What is Frank's latest experience?
Frank's most recent position is CEO at SMK Medien GmbH & Co. KG.
What companies has Frank worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Frank has worked for SMK Medien GmbH & Co. KG.
Which industries is Frank most experienced in?
Frank is most experienced in industries like Fashion and Apparel, Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Retail. Frank also has some experience in Sport and Recreation, Professional Services, and Food and Beverage.
Which business areas is Frank most experienced in?
Frank is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Operations, and Marketing. Frank also has some experience in Sales and Product Development.
Which industries has Frank worked in recently?
Frank has recently worked in industries like Media, Entertainment and Publishing.
Which business areas has Frank worked in recently?
Frank has recently worked in business areas like Operations and Strategy and Planning.
What is Frank's education?
Frank attended ESA VOS Sonthofen for Economics.
Does Frank have any certificates?
Frank has 1 certificate: Certified NLP Coach.
What is the availability of Frank?
Frank is immediately available for suitable projects.
What is the rate of Frank?
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