Katharina Neubert
About Katharina Neubert
Katharina Neubert serves as the VP of Strategy & Investments at Holtzbrinck Publishing Group, where she focuses on generative AI opportunities and strategic transformation in media. She has a diverse background in media management and business development, having held various leadership roles at notable companies such as BILD, Axel Springer, and Insider, Inc.
Work at Holtzbrinck Publishing Holdings
Currently, Katharina Neubert serves as the Vice President of Strategy & Investments at Holtzbrinck Publishing Group. She has held this position since 2024, working from both Stuttgart and Hamburg, Germany. In her role, she supports the company's businesses in realizing generative AI opportunities, focusing on safe and ethical growth. Additionally, she leads strategic transformation projects aimed at sustaining and accelerating economic success within the media sector. Neubert is also involved in identifying and evaluating technology and media startups for potential investments, contributing to Holtzbrinck's strategic direction.
Education and Expertise
Katharina Neubert has a strong educational background in media management and communication. She studied at Hamburg Media School, where she completed her Executive MBA from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Media- & Communication Management from Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, studying from 2011 to 2015. This academic foundation has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in strategy and investments within the media industry.
Background
Katharina Neubert has extensive experience in the media sector, having worked in various roles across prominent organizations. Before joining Holtzbrinck Publishing Group, she held positions at BILD, where she served as Chief of Staff and later as Managing Director of Editorial Strategy. She also worked at Axel Springer as Senior Vice President of Global Generative AI and as Head of Brand Marketing & PR for SPORT BILD and COMPUTER BILD. Her career began with internships at Axel Springer SE and Gruner + Jahr, which provided her with foundational industry experience.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Katharina Neubert has been involved in significant projects that focus on strategic transformation and business development within the media industry. At Insider, Inc., she held the position of Vice President of Business Development (Subscriptions) and previously served as Director of Membership Strategy. Her leadership roles have consistently centered around enhancing organizational effectiveness and exploring innovative growth opportunities in media and technology.