Christina Holterhues
About Christina Holterhues
Christina Holterhues is the Lead Talent Business Partner at ThoughtWorks, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in talent management and development, having held various roles at ThoughtWorks and other organizations.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Christina Holterhues serves as the Lead Talent Business Partner at ThoughtWorks, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on enabling and cultivating employees throughout their lifecycle, demonstrating a strong sense of ownership and passion for people. Her experience in talent management and development has made her a valued partner for both the business and its employees.
Previous Experience at ThoughtWorks
Prior to her current role, Christina Holterhues held several positions at ThoughtWorks. She worked as a Capability Development Lead from 2016 to 2018 and as a Senior Talent Business Partner from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she served as the Head of People (interim) from 2017 to 2018 and began her journey at ThoughtWorks as a Recruiter in 2015. Her diverse roles contributed to her expertise in talent management.
Education and Academic Background
Christina Holterhues studied International Business Studies at Universität Paderborn, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from 2008 to 2011. She also attended Westfield State University for International Business Studies and Sociology and Psychology from 2007 to 2008. Earlier, she completed her secondary education at Gymnasium Leoninum Handrup, focusing on Sociology and Psychology from 2000 to 2007. Additionally, she pursued Business & Personal Coaching at Coatrain from 2018 to 2019.
Experience in Human Resources and Education
Christina Holterhues has extensive experience in human resources and education. She worked as a Training and Education Manager at ROSEN from 2012 to 2013 and as a Specialist in Human Resource Development and Recruitment in 2014. Earlier in her career, she served as a Consultant in Adult Education at Deutsche Angestellten Akademie (DAA) in 2011 and as a Student Research Assistant at the University of Paderborn from 2010 to 2011.
Skills in Communication and People Management
Christina Holterhues possesses a talent for mastering crucial conversations, which has significantly contributed to her effectiveness as a Lead Talent Business Partner. Her strong focus on enabling and cultivating people throughout their employee lifecycle highlights her commitment to fostering a positive workplace environment.