Manu Wachter
About Manu Wachter
Manu Wachter serves as the Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Swift, bringing extensive experience in fostering inclusive environments across various sectors. He holds multiple degrees and has worked in over 20 countries, utilizing his multilingual skills to promote cultural understanding.
Work at Swift
Manu Wachter currently serves as the Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Swift, a role he has held since 2023. In this position, he focuses on fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity across various dimensions. His leadership aims to enhance the representation and participation of underrepresented groups within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Manu Wachter has an extensive educational background. He earned a Master's degree in European Business from City, University of London, and a Master of Science in International Management from ESCP Business School. Additionally, he obtained a Practitioner Diploma in Executive Coaching from the Academy of Executive Coaching. He also holds an Executive Master's in Global Leadership from the Global Leadership Fellowship program. His educational qualifications support his expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Background
Manu Wachter has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. He worked at the World Economic Forum in several capacities, including Associate Director and Senior Manager. His earlier career included positions at JP Morgan Chase as a Management Trainee and at ICAP as an International Sales Associate. He has also held the role of Managing Associate at FROSTINCLUDED LIMITED. His career spans over 20 countries, where he has utilized his multilingual skills to promote cultural understanding.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Manu Wachter has specialized in creating inclusive environments, focusing on diverse groups such as racial and ethnic minorities, migrants, Millennials, the LGBT+ community, and workplace gender equality. His work has contributed to advancing diversity and inclusion initiatives in various organizations, including his recent role at Celonis as Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.