Rita Friemel
About Rita Friemel
Rita Friemel is a People Operations Manager at Forto, specializing in complex visa and relocation processes for international employees. She has a strong background in cross-cultural management, particularly between Germany and Japan, supported by her academic and professional experiences in both countries.
Work at Forto
Rita Friemel currently serves as the People Operations Manager at Forto, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she specializes in managing complex visa and relocation processes for international employees. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Associate People Operations Manager at Forto for 8 months in 2021. Her responsibilities include overseeing various aspects of people operations, ensuring smooth processes for employee integration and support.
Education and Expertise
Rita Friemel holds a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Business Languages and International Management (Japanese) from HSB Hochschule Bremen, where she studied from 2013 to 2018. She further pursued her education at Fachhochschule Konstanz, earning a Master of Arts in International Management Asia from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she completed a semester abroad at Ritsumeikan University, focusing on Japanese Studies from 2015 to 2016. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in cross-cultural management.
Background
Rita Friemel has a diverse professional background that includes roles in various organizations. She worked at Bosch Japan in the Automotive Aftermarket for 5 months in 2016 and held a student position at Daimler AG for 2 months in 2015. She also interned at Daimler Trucks Asia in Management & Communication for 10 months from 2019 to 2020. Prior to her roles in the automotive sector, she served as an Advisor for Insurance and Finances at SIGNAL IDUNA Gruppe from 2010 to 2013.
Cross-Cultural Management Experience
Rita Friemel possesses extensive experience in cross-cultural management, particularly between Germany and Japan. Her academic studies and professional experiences in both countries have provided her with a deep understanding of the cultural nuances that influence business operations. This expertise enhances her ability to manage international teams and projects effectively, making her a valuable asset in her current role.