Thomas Pensel
About Thomas Pensel
Thomas Pensel is a Junior HR Lead at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2022. He holds an MBA from thePower and has certifications in SCRUM, PRINCE2, and Six Sigma, along with experience as an Agile Coach.
Work at Kennametal
Thomas Pensel currently holds the position of Junior HR Lead at Kennametal, where he has been employed since 2023. He also works as an Analyst in HR Shared Services, a role he has occupied since 2022. His work is based in Fürth, Bayern, Deutschland, and follows a hybrid model. In his roles, he contributes to various HR functions and supports the implementation of agile practices within teams as an Agile Coach.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Pensel has pursued extensive education in business and management. He studied at thePower, achieving an MBA in a 10-month program from 2021 to 2022. He also attended the United States Sports Academy, where he earned a degree in Sports Science from 2016 to 2018. Currently, he is studying at Harvard Business School, working towards the Harvard ManageMentor certification, and is also enrolled at IHK Oberfranken, focusing on Fachinformatiker and achieving Ausbilder since 2018.
Background
Before joining Kennametal, Thomas Pensel worked at CANCOM as a Service Engineer from 2016 to 2017 in Nürnberg, Bayern, Deutschland. His experience in this role contributed to his technical and service-oriented skill set, which he has applied in his current HR positions.
Certifications and Skills
Thomas Pensel holds several professional certifications that enhance his expertise in project management and agile methodologies. He is a certified SCRUM Master, which demonstrates his ability to facilitate agile project management frameworks. Additionally, he is a certified PRINCE2® Practitioner, showcasing his knowledge in project management methodologies. He also possesses a Six Sigma certification, indicating his proficiency in process improvement and quality management.
Publications and Thought Leadership
Thomas Pensel has authored a publication that reflects his thought leadership and expertise in his field. This contribution highlights his commitment to sharing knowledge and insights within the HR and project management domains.