Sonja Schmid

Head of Communication ad Interim

Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jul 2023 - Present
2 years 1 month
Berlin, Germany

Head of Communication ad Interim

Onyx Power

  • Conducted media training for international executives.
  • Advised and supported management on communication strategies and initiatives.
  • Acted as a sparring partner for leaders on internal and external communication.
Sep 2020 - Nov 2022
2 years 3 months

Corporate Communication Lead DACH / EMEA / Business Partner Chief Supply Chain Officer - ad interim & Communication Trainer

Dentsply Sirona

  • Planned and conducted media training for international executives.
  • Provided strategic communication advice to the Chief Supply Chain Officer.
  • Led corporate communication for the DACH and EMEA regions.
Mar 2020 - Aug 2020
6 months
Raubling, Germany

Senior Global Marketing Manager - ad interim

Amoena

  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies for global product launches.
  • Coached executives in presentation and communication skills.
Nov 2015 - Aug 2019
3 years 10 months
Salzburg, Austria

Senior PR Consultant / Project Manager - ad interim & Communication Trainer

Dentsply Sirona

  • Conducted media training for top management during global change processes.
  • Developed and executed the corporate communication strategy.
  • Managed PR projects and crisis communication.
Nov 2014 - Present
10 years 9 months
Munich, Germany

AI Business Navigator & AI Strategist // Communication Trainer for C-Level

Self-Employed

  • Delivered AI training for C-level executives across various industries.
  • Advised on strategic communication and AI implementation.
  • Coached leaders in handling media, public appearances, and AI.
Feb 2009 - Jan 2012
3 years
Munich, Germany

PR Officer // Executive Board Office & Communication Trainer

Münchner Bank eG

  • Regularly conducted media training for C-level executives.
  • Handled integrated communication planning and corporate communications.
  • Served as spokesperson and managed press and public relations.
  • Wrote executive speeches and managed events.

Summary

As an experienced communication expert and certified AI consultant, I have been helping companies leverage the potential of communication, artificial intelligence, and digitalization for over 15 years. One of my strengths is conducting media training for C-level executives, both nationally and internationally. I empower leadership teams to optimize their media presence and communication skills, so they can appear confident and persuasive in media and public appearances.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced

Education

University of Konstanz

Politics and Public Administration · Konstanz, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Certified AI Consultant

TÜV Rheinland