Mathias Schinzel
About Mathias Schinzel
Mathias Schinzel is the President of Middle East & Africa at Emerson, based in Dubai, with extensive experience in financial management and leadership roles across Europe, the United States, and the Middle East.
Current Position at Emerson
Mathias Schinzel currently holds the position of President, Middle East & Africa at Emerson. He is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is responsible for overseeing the company's operations in this region. This role is indicative of his leadership capabilities and his experience in managing large-scale operations.
Previous Roles at Emerson
Mathias Schinzel has held multiple significant roles at Emerson over the years. From 2019 to 2023, he served as Area Vice President/General Manager for the DACH Region in Langenfeld, Germany. Prior to that, he was Vice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer for Isolation Valves from 2017 to 2019, based in Zürich, Switzerland. Earlier roles include Director of Finance for EMEA and Director of FP&A for Micro Motion in the USA, showcasing his extensive experience in financial management within the company.
Career at Heraeus
Before joining Emerson, Mathias Schinzel worked at Heraeus in various financial roles. He started as a Cost Accountant in Germany and quickly progressed to become the Sr. Corporate Accountant in New York, NY. He also served as Assistant Controller for Heraeus Sensor GmbH in Kleinostheim, Germany. These roles provided a strong foundation in financial management and accounting.
Educational Background
Mathias Schinzel holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Maryland, where he studied Business Administration and Management from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, he earned a Diploma in Betriebswirtschaft (Business Administration) with a major in Finance & Marketing from DHBW Mannheim, completing his studies there from 1991 to 1994. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both finance and marketing.
Experience in Financial Management
Mathias Schinzel has an extensive background in financial management across various regions including Europe, the United States, and the Middle East. His roles have ranged from Financial Analyst to Head of Finance, indicating a robust and versatile skill set. He has experience managing finance, IT, administration, and facilities, which underscores his broad operational management capabilities.