Christian Piringer
About Christian Piringer
Christian Piringer serves as the CEO of Societe Generale Equipment Finance, a position he has held since 2002. He has over two decades of experience in executive roles across various countries, including Austria, Hungary, Croatia, and Switzerland.
Work at Societe Generale
Christian Piringer has served as the CEO of Societe Generale Equipment Finance since 2002. His tenure spans over two decades, during which he has been instrumental in leading the organization in various locations, including Wien and Budapest. Under his leadership, the company has focused on enhancing its service offerings and expanding its market presence in equipment finance.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his current role, Piringer held several significant positions in the finance sector. He was the CEO of Deutsche Bank's Deutsche Financial Services from 2000 to 2002 in Wien. He also served as the Country Manager at Raiffeisen-Leasing GmbH from 1995 to 1999 in München und Umgebung, Deutschland. Additionally, he was the CEO of SG Splitska Banka Leasing from 2007 to 2010 in Zagreb.
Education and Expertise
Christian Piringer studied at WU (Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien), where he earned a Mag. rer. soc. oec. in Business Administration from 1986 to 1990. He also attended Universität Wien, focusing on Wirtschaftsinformatik for two years from 1986 to 1988. His educational background supports his extensive experience in setting up and developing businesses in Southeast Europe.
Leadership in Digitalization Initiatives
In his role as CEO, Piringer actively sponsors digitalization programs and vendor support initiatives. His commitment to these initiatives reflects his understanding of the importance of technology in enhancing business operations and improving customer service in the finance sector.
International Experience
Christian Piringer has over two decades of experience in managing director roles across multiple countries, including Austria, Hungary, Croatia, and Switzerland. This international experience has equipped him with a diverse perspective on market dynamics and business strategies in different regions.