Katharina Schlauss
About Katharina Schlauss
Katharina Schlauss is the Managing Director DACH (Interim) at Criteo, with extensive expertise in programmatic buying and demand side platforms. She has a diverse background in international security, public diplomacy, and sustainable development.
Current Role at Criteo
Katharina Schlauss is serving as the Managing Director DACH (Interim) at Criteo, having started in 2022. In addition to this role, she holds the position of Vertical Lead - Key Accounts EMEA since 2021, based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Her extensive roles at Criteo demonstrate her expertise in managing key accounts and leading strategic initiatives within the programmatic buying and demand side platform realm.
Previous Experience at Criteo
Before her current roles, Katharina Schlauss worked at Criteo as a Client Partner from 2019 to 2021, based in the Paris Area, France. In this role, she was responsible for fostering client relationships and enhancing client satisfaction. Her progression within Criteo underscores her deep knowledge and impactful contributions within the company.
Career at Google
Katharina Schlauss has significant experience from her time at Google, where she served in various roles from 2011 to 2019. She was the Global Platforms and Programmatic Lead in Mountain View from 2014 to 2019, after initially working as an Audience Solutions Account Manager and a DoubleClick BidManager Account Manager in Paris. Her roles at Google highlight her expertise in programmatic advertising and her ability to manage complex digital advertising platforms.
Educational Background
Katharina Schlauss holds a Master's degree in International Security from Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po), which she achieved between 2009 and 2011. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Global Affairs from George Mason University from 2007 to 2009. Her academic background provides a strong foundation in international relations and global affairs, supporting her roles in managing international accounts and strategy.
Early Career and Internships
Katharina Schlauss began her career with various internships and roles, including working at the Heinrich Boell Foundation in Washington D.C., and the Landtag Rheinland-Pfalz in Germany. She also worked as a sustainable development consultant at the Assemblée nationale in Paris. These early roles highlight her strong foundation in public diplomacy, international security, and sustainable development, skills that continue to influence her career today.