Dr. Christian Schumer
About Dr. Christian Schumer
Dr. Christian Schumer serves as the Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Materna Information & Communications, where he has worked since 1993. He holds a PhD and has extensive experience in strategic consulting, focusing on business formation, intellectual property, and corporate strategy.
Work at Materna
Dr. Christian Schumer has been serving as the Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Materna Information & Communications since 1993. In this role, he leads the Corporate Development unit and is responsible for the development of the company's strategy and group portfolio. His responsibilities include identifying and acquiring companies, as well as divesting assets or divisions. Dr. Schumer's extensive experience in strategic consulting contributes to his effectiveness in shaping the company's direction and enhancing its market position.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Christian Schumer has a solid educational background in computer engineering. He attended TU Dortmund University from 1986 to 1992, where he achieved the title of computer scientist. He furthered his studies at the University of Siegen, completing his doctoral studies from 2000 to 2004, which culminated in the conferral of a doctorate. His foundational education includes attendance at Grundschule Georgstraße and Grillo Gymnasium in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
Background
Dr. Christian Schumer's career spans over three decades, primarily focused on corporate development and strategic consulting. He has extensive experience in business plan and sales strategy development. His involvement in initiatives includes the recruitment of new management teams and establishing relationships with strategic business partners. Dr. Schumer also advises new businesses on the formation of corporations and business structures, emphasizing the importance of intellectual property assets.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Dr. Christian Schumer has played a key role in various initiatives that have shaped the strategic direction of Materna Information & Communications. His leadership in the Corporate Development unit has been instrumental in enhancing the company's portfolio and identifying growth opportunities through acquisitions. His focus on increasing intellectual property assets has contributed to the company's competitive advantage in the market.