Frank Thieme
About Frank Thieme
Frank Thieme serves as the HR Director for Europe at ABC Technologies, bringing over two decades of experience in human resources across various companies. He specializes in talent management and employs innovative strategies, including Design Thinking, to enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Current Role at ABC Technologies
Frank Thieme serves as the HR Director Europe at ABC Technologies, a position he has held since 2022. He operates from the company's locations in Rüsselsheim and Hamburg. In this role, he focuses on strategic human resources management, leveraging his extensive experience in the field to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to his current role, Frank Thieme held several significant positions in human resources. He was the Vice President of Human Resources Europe at Autoliv from 2003 to 2014, where he worked in Elmshorn and Dachau. Before that, he served as HR Manager for Germany and Austria at Texas Instruments Software from 1995 to 1998 in Wiesbaden. His early career included a trainee position and subsequent role as a Personalreferent at Gruner + Jahr from 1990 to 1995 in Hamburg and Dresden.
Entrepreneurial Venture
From 2015 to 2022, Frank Thieme operated his own consultancy, FrankThieme.com, in Hamburg and the surrounding area. During this period, he provided HR consulting services and offered a free 30-minute clarity call to discuss potential solutions for clients' challenges. His approach emphasized authenticity and empathy, positioning him as a strategy coach and implementation sparring partner.
Educational Background
Frank Thieme studied Betriebswirtschaft at the University of Hamburg from 1984 to 1990, where he achieved a Diplom. This educational foundation has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in human resources and organizational development.
Specialization in Talent Management
Frank Thieme specializes in innovative and effective Talent Management approaches. He focuses on engaging and motivating both employees and leaders. He utilizes Design Thinking methodology in his projects, trainings, and workshops to develop creative and innovative Guerilla Recruiting and Talent Management ideas.