Andreas Rau
About Andreas Rau
Andreas Rau serves as the Executive Vice President of Corporate Development & New Business at Phoenix Contact, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in corporate development and management, having worked in various roles within the Phoenix Contact group since 2006.
Current Role at Phoenix Contact
Andreas Rau serves as the Executive Vice President of Corporate Development & New Business at Phoenix Contact, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving corporate strategy and exploring new business opportunities within the organization. Additionally, he has been the Managing Director of Phoenix Contact Innovation Ventures GmbH since 2015, where he oversees innovation initiatives and venture investments.
Previous Experience at Phoenix Contact
Prior to his current roles, Andreas Rau held several key positions at Phoenix Contact. He served as Geschäftsführer at PHOENIX CONTACT Deutschland GmbH from 2009 to 2015. He also worked as Vice President of Corporate Development & New Business from 2018 to 2021 and as Vice President of Corporate Controlling from 2006 to 2017, both based in Blomberg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland.
Education and Qualifications
Andreas Rau studied at Paderborn University, where he focused on Wirtschaftswissenschaften. He earned the degree of Diplom-Kaufmann, completing his studies from 1990 to 1996. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in business management and economics.
Professional Timeline
Andreas Rau's professional timeline includes over 15 years of experience at Phoenix Contact. He began his tenure in 2006 as Vice President of Corporate Controlling and progressed through various leadership roles, including Vice President of Corporate Development & New Business. His current role as Executive Vice President began in 2021, showcasing his long-standing commitment to the company.