Gabriel Kruppa - PMO in Event Management

Q: Where is Gabriel based?

Gabriel is based in Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Gabriel speak?

Gabriel speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Dutch (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Gabriel have?

Gabriel has at least 9 years of experience. During this time, Gabriel has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 16 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months . Note that Gabriel may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Gabriel's latest experience?

Gabriel's most recent position is PMO in Event Management at MERZ Group .

Q: What companies has Gabriel worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gabriel has worked for MERZ Group , LBBW Landesbank Baden-Württemberg AöR , communita GmbH / KONEKT Rhein-Mosel , Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Geschäftsstelle Mittelrhein , and DB Systel GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Gabriel most experienced in?

Gabriel is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Banking and Finance , and Education . Gabriel also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas is Gabriel most experienced in?

Gabriel is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Sales , and Operations . Gabriel also has some experience in Project Management , Information Technology (IT) , and Procurement and Purchasing .

Q: Which industries has Gabriel worked in recently?

Gabriel has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Banking and Finance , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas has Gabriel worked in recently?

Gabriel has recently worked in business areas like Marketing , Operations , and Sales .

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Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany

Experience

Aug 2022 - Sep 2022

2 months

Frankfurt, Germany

PMO in Event Management

MERZ Group

Supporting the Communications/HR event team in organizing an executive event
Acting as a liaison with the event agency and technical vendors
Advising on the conceptual design of the agenda

Jul 2021 - Present

4 years 8 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Hybrid

Hybrid Event Management Expert

LBBW Landesbank Baden-Württemberg AöR

Advising the Capital Markets Communications team (executive office) on running online, hybrid and digital events
Responsible for organizing and executing formats for savings banks and institutional investors
Advising on setting up and growing social media communication around events

Jan 2021 - Sep 2021

9 months

Koblenz, Germany

Exhibition Management / Co-Organizer

communita GmbH / KONEKT Rhein-Mosel

Rolling out the concept in the Rhein-Mosel region
Managing exhibitors
Leading trade fair and event technology

Dec 2020 - Mar 2021

4 months

Koblenz, Germany

Production Manager

Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Geschäftsstelle Mittelrhein

Producing web and videocasts
Concept development, recording management and post-production
Directing live online events

Jul 2020 - Jun 2021

1 year

Frankfurt, Germany

Project Manager in Event Management

DB Systel GmbH

Consulting on planning and running virtual events like web, video and podcasts, and live formats such as panel discussions, presentations, company meetings and conferences
Taking on directing roles
PMO: setting up structures and using suitable tools, preparing proposals and handling billing

May 2020 - May 2020

1 month

Mainz, Germany

Workshop Speaker

ism Institute for Social Pedagogical Research Mainz e.V. IQ State Network Rhineland-Palatinate

Lecturer on didactics, tools, media, and running virtual events

Mar 2020 - Dec 2021

1 year 10 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Project Manager

German Marketing Association e.V.

Setting up and maintaining the webinar platform
Communicating with stakeholders
Advising on shaping virtual events

Feb 2020 - Mar 2020

2 months

Bad Soden, Germany

Interim Marketing & HR Manager

Zahnmedizin Main-Taunus

Revising and rolling out the marketing concept
Developing social media strategy
HR marketing, team events
HR organization, training

Aug 2019 - Feb 2020

7 months

Germany

Senior Consultant (Interim)

K&E Consulting GmbH

Sales and key account management, client consulting
Building partnerships with business associations
Internal analysis of structures using the BMC
Requirements analysis, specification document, testing, and consulting on selecting a CRM system and add-ons, followed by implementation and administration

Feb 2019 - Present

7 years 1 month

Bad Soden, Germany

Managing Partner

CREWspirit GmbH

Event management
Administration
Sales
Communication/Social Media

Jan 2019 - Mar 2019

3 months

Mainz, Germany

B2B Marketing Consultant

RESMEDIA Rechtsanwaltskanzlei

Business model optimization using BMC
Conducting interviews with owners, partners, and stakeholders
Workshop facilitation and organization
Consulting and implementing referral marketing

Nov 2018 - Jan 2019

3 months

Bad Soden, Germany

Founder

CREWspirit GmbH i.G.

Business model analysis using the Business Model Canvas
Building the founding team
Creating the business plan
Project management in the startup phase

Mar 2018 - Aug 2019

1 year 6 months

Organizer and Moderator

Seminarveranstaltungen MarketingSegeln 2018 & 2019

Concept development and event management
Procurement and coordination of service providers
Travel coordination and agenda moderation

Feb 2018 - Jun 2018

5 months

Germany

Deputy Project Manager, B2B Event Management

DB Systel GmbH

Deputy project management and coordination of external services for AV technology, webcast streaming, event app, and entertainment
Operational event management for B2B and leadership events with participation of DB AG executives (CIO, CTO)
Developing a concept and overseeing the development of a specialized event app
Preparing briefings, concepts, and meeting minutes

Jun 2017 - Oct 2017

5 months

Germany

Partner Management / Project Management

Bildungswerk der bayerischen Wirtschaft gGmbH

Leading content and selecting the agenda
Recruiting speakers in procurement and supply chain management
Recruiting and supporting sponsors and exhibitors
Event support

Jan 2017 - Oct 2018

1 year 10 months

Eltville, Germany

Director Business Development (Interim)

Conviratio GmbH

Analysis of the service portfolio
Realignment of the communication strategy
Organization of client meetings and events at C-level and decision-maker level
Partner management and cooperation marketing
Event management for trade shows and events

Jan 2017 - Mar 2017

3 months

Osnabrück, Germany

Project Consultant for Sales Channel Management

Dialogum GmbH

Expert support in creating a questionnaire for broader target group outreach
Research and review of the content scope
Creating the final questionnaire in MS VBA
Implementation of the questionnaire into the after-sales process

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (9 years), Banking and Finance (4.5 years), Education (2 years), Information Technology (1.5 years), and Media and Entertainment (0.5 years).

Professional Services

Banking and Finance

Education

Information Technology

Media and Entertainment

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 Marketing (9 years), Sales (9 years), Operations (8 years), Project Management (2.5 years), Information Technology (2.5 years), and Procurement (1.5 years).

Marketing

Sales

Operations

Project Management

Information Technology

Procurement

Summary

Event manager and interim manager in marketing and sales for online/offline events, (live) communication and business development
Specialized in B2B service marketing, industry focus: associations, consulting, banks, financial services, transportation, pharma and continuing education
Over 10 years in B2B marketing at decision-maker level (C-level, owners, executive management)
Structured agile work method, enthusiastic and willing
"Authentic, trustworthy, reliable – and with heart" (client quote)

Skills

Software & Tools

Microsoft Windows & Office

Pm Tools

Projektron Bcs
Trello
Slack
Meistertask

Video Conferencing Software

Ms Teams
Zoom
Webex

Video Producing

Davinci Resolve
Sony
Blackmagic Design

Event Platforms

Cvent
Go. Control

Streaming Software

Obs
Slidesync
Youtube

Crm Systems

Salesforce
Teamleader
Weclapp
Hubspot

Graphics Tools

Adobe Photoshop 2 & Illustrator
Prezi
Canva

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Dutch

Advanced

Education

Jul 2017 - Jul 2017

Verwaltungs- und Wirtschafts-Akademie Frankfurt am Main

Marketing and Sales Economist (VWA) · Marketing and Sales Economist · Frankfurt, Germany

Mar 2017 - Jun 2020

Business Economist (VWA) – without degree · Business Administration · Frankfurt, Germany

Event Management Clerk · Event Management Clerk

Profile

Created

October 2024

Last Update

October 2025

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Where is Gabriel based?

Gabriel is based in Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Gabriel speak?

Gabriel speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Dutch (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Gabriel have?

Gabriel has at least 9 years of experience. During this time, Gabriel has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 16 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months. Note that Gabriel may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Gabriel be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Gabriel would be well-suited for roles such as: PMO in Event Management, Hybrid Event Management Expert, Exhibition Management / Co-Organizer.

What is Gabriel's latest experience?

Gabriel's most recent position is PMO in Event Management at MERZ Group.

What companies has Gabriel worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gabriel has worked for MERZ Group, LBBW Landesbank Baden-Württemberg AöR, communita GmbH / KONEKT Rhein-Mosel, Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Geschäftsstelle Mittelrhein, and DB Systel GmbH.

Which industries is Gabriel most experienced in?

Gabriel is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Education. Gabriel also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas is Gabriel most experienced in?

Gabriel is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Sales, and Operations. Gabriel also has some experience in Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Gabriel worked in recently?

Gabriel has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Gabriel worked in recently?

Gabriel has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Operations, and Sales.

What is Gabriel's education?

Gabriel holds a Bachelor in Marketing and Sales Economist from Verwaltungs- und Wirtschafts-Akademie Frankfurt am Main.

What is the availability of Gabriel?

Gabriel is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Gabriel?

Gabriel's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.