Dr. Astrid Pietig
About Dr. Astrid Pietig
Dr. Astrid Pietig serves as the CEO of Light for the World Germany since 2018, bringing extensive experience from her previous role as Head of Global Corporate Sponsorship at Daimler AG. She holds a Master of Arts from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München and a Doctorate from Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf.
Work at Daimler
Dr. Astrid Pietig worked at Daimler AG for a total of nine years, holding significant positions that contributed to the company's corporate sponsorship initiatives. From 1999 to 2008, she served as the Head of Global Corporate Sponsorship in Stuttgart. Prior to this role, she was involved in Kunst und Kulturförderung for seven months in 1993. Her experience at Daimler AG provided her with a strong foundation in corporate sponsorship and cultural promotion.
Current Role at Light for the World Germany
Since 2018, Dr. Astrid Pietig has been the Geschäftsführerin (CEO) of Light for the World Germany - Licht für die Welt e.V. Based in München und Umgebung, Deutschland, she leads the organization in its mission to promote social inclusion and support people with disabilities. Her leadership role emphasizes her commitment to social causes and her ability to manage and drive organizational initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Astrid Pietig holds a Master of Arts (M.A. - Magister Artium) from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, where she studied Kunstgeschichte, Germanistik, and Kommunikationswissenschaften from 1987 to 1992. She furthered her education at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf, earning a Doctorate (Dr. phil.) in the same fields from 1994 to 1998. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in the arts and communication.
Background
Dr. Astrid Pietig has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in corporate sponsorship and cultural promotion. Her early career at Daimler AG laid the groundwork for her later work in social causes. With extensive experience in leadership and management, she has transitioned from the corporate sector to the non-profit sector, demonstrating her versatility and commitment to impactful work.