Maik Bethke - Freelance Political Consultant

Q: Where is Maik based?

Maik is based in Ortrand, Germany .

Q: What languages does Maik speak?

Maik speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Russian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Maik have?

Maik has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Maik has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months . Note that Maik may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Maik's latest experience?

Maik's most recent position is Freelance Political Consultant at Self-Employed .

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

In recent years, Maik has worked for Self-Employed and Ortrander Eisenhütte GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Maik most experienced in?

Maik is most experienced in industries like Government and Public Administration , Professional Services , and Manufacturing . Maik also has some experience in Metals and Mining .

Q: Which business areas is Maik most experienced in?

Maik is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Marketing , and Research and Development (R&D) . Maik also has some experience in Human Resources (HR) , Investments, M&A & Venture Capital , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which industries has Maik worked in recently?

Maik has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Manufacturing , and Metals and Mining .

Q: Which business areas has Maik worked in recently?

Maik has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Investments, M&A & Venture Capital , and Human Resources (HR) .

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Ortrand, Germany

Experience

Aug 2021 - Present

4 years 7 months

Freelance Political Consultant

Self-Employed

Supporting clients with investment projects
Representing clients' interests in pre-political and political arenas

Feb 2021 - Jul 2021

6 months

Ortrand, Germany

Interim Managing Director

Ortrander Eisenhütte GmbH

Operational management and strategic development of a medium-sized company undergoing insolvency proceedings
Responsibility for personnel management and development

Feb 2020 - Jan 2021

1 year

Cottbus, Germany

Competence Field Manager: Supporting People

Industrie- und Handelskammer Cottbus

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

1 year 1 month

Cottbus, Germany

Business Unit Manager Regional Development and Location Policy

Industrie- und Handelskammer Cottbus

Jul 2017 - Jan 2019

1 year 7 months

Cottbus, Germany

Business Unit Manager Location Policy

Industrie- und Handelskammer Cottbus

Feb 2014 - Jul 2017

3 years 6 months

Cottbus, Germany

Branch Manager Cottbus/Spree-Neiße

Cottbus Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Operational management and strategic development of the assigned areas
Professional and disciplinary leadership and support of the teams in charge
Political representation of the regional economy at the federal, state, and local levels, including coalition negotiations
Consultation and support for local companies
Intensive involvement in the strategic direction of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK)
Active committee work with entrepreneurs and other stakeholders
Co-development and implementation of a change process in the IHK
Expansion of the network with regional and supra-regional cooperation partners
Collaboration in the state working group of the IHK and the DIHK
Leadership of strategic planning and projects, such as for the structural transformation of Lusatia
Responsibility: budget and revenue of up to €1.8 million
Personnel: management of 85 employees, including 4 managers
Successful advocacy as a member of the negotiation team during coalition talks in the state of Brandenburg, including a meeting with the Federal President
Development and introduction of a concept to support change processes
Sustainable positioning as an experienced voice in the structural transformation

Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

4 years 1 month

Potsdam, Germany

Head of Information Technology

CDU parliamentary group in the Brandenburg State Parliament

Jan 2007 - Jun 2009

2 years 6 months

Potsdam, Germany

Deputy Press Spokesperson

CDU parliamentary group in the Brandenburg State Parliament

Oct 2005 - Jan 2014

8 years 4 months

Potsdam, Germany

Policy Advisor

CDU parliamentary group in the Brandenburg State Parliament

Analysis, evaluation and consideration of political processes
Development of strategies for the economy and transport sectors
Creation and execution of public relations measures
Participation in planning and implementing campaigns
Successfully introduced and implemented several ideas into state politics through draft laws and parliamentary motions

Sep 2003 - Sep 2005

2 years 1 month

Brandenburg, Germany

Staff member for a member of the Brandenburg State Parliament

Member of a Member of the Landtag of Brandenburg

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 Government and Administration (17.5 years), Professional Services (4.5 years), Manufacturing (0.5 years), and Metals and Mining (0.5 years).

Government and Administration

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Metals and Mining

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 (19.5 years), Marketing (8.5 years), Research and Development (8.5 years), Human Resources (5 years), Investments and M&A (4.5 years), and Information Technology (4 years).

Strategy

Marketing

Research and Development

Human Resources

Investments and M&A

Information Technology

Summary

Strategic leader with valuable hands-on experience from many years in practice, including roles as interim managing director of a mid-sized company, deputy chief executive officer, head of branches and business units
Extensive expertise in operational management and strategic development of core areas, based on skilled teams and efficient processes
Expertise: strategic corporate management | personnel management and development | networking | advocacy | change management | regional development, structural change and location policy | budgeting and financial control | management consulting | committee work | and more
Achievements: introduction and implementation of a change process | establishment of a strong, extensive and resilient network of political decision-makers | and more
Past responsibilities: overseeing revenue and budget up to €40 million | professional and disciplinary leadership of up to 280 employees
Inclusive and persuasive personality with strong dedication, organizational talent and excellent communication skills
goal-oriented | resilient | flexible | reliable | open | down-to-earth

Skills

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint And Outlook | Project Management Tools: Excel, Trello | Crm Systems: Amtangee | Web Design Programs | Promotion Software | Databases: Gfi-eva, Panalis

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Russian

Elementary

Education

Jun 2013 - Present

FernUniversität Hagen

M.A. Governance · Governance · Hagen, Germany

Apr 1995 - Feb 2005

Free University of Berlin

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science · Political Science · Berlin, Germany

Aug 1993 - Aug 1994

Sparkasse Berlin

Vocational training as a bank clerk (IHK), not completed · Bank Clerk · Berlin, Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Change Management

savid GmbH, International Academy for Leadership – Management & Personnel Development

Business Management Compact

Haufe Academy

Media Training

ems Potsdam

Leadership Seminar: Successfully Leading Employees: Part I-5

DIHK Society for Vocational Education and Management Centrum Schloss Lautrach GmbH

Crisis Communication, Social Media Management, Management of Economic Policy Projects

Konrad Adenauer Foundation, Online Journalists, Rudolf Scharping Strategy | Consulting | Communication AG

Profile

Created

November 2022

Last Update

July 2024

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Where is Maik based?

Maik is based in Ortrand, Germany.

What languages does Maik speak?

Maik speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Russian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Maik have?

Maik has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Maik has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months. Note that Maik may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Maik be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Maik would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Political Consultant, Interim Managing Director, Competence Field Manager: Supporting People.

What is Maik's latest experience?

Maik's most recent position is Freelance Political Consultant at Self-Employed.

What companies has Maik worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Maik has worked for Self-Employed and Ortrander Eisenhütte GmbH.

Which industries is Maik most experienced in?

Maik is most experienced in industries like Government and Public Administration, Professional Services, and Manufacturing. Maik also has some experience in Metals and Mining.

Which business areas is Maik most experienced in?

Maik is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Marketing, and Research and Development (R&D). Maik also has some experience in Human Resources (HR), Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, and Information Technology (IT).

Which industries has Maik worked in recently?

Maik has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Metals and Mining.

Which business areas has Maik worked in recently?

Maik has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, and Human Resources (HR).

What is Maik's education?

Maik holds a Master in Governance from FernUniversität Hagen and a Bachelor in Political Science from Free University of Berlin.

Does Maik have any certificates?

Maik has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Change Management, Business Management Compact, and Media Training.

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