Mirko Meier-Rentrop

Mirko Meier-Rentrop has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning various industries. Mirko is currently working as the Global Head of External Communications at dormakaba, a position they started in November 2021. Prior to that, they worked as a Digital Marketing Pro at the Digital Marketing Institute from August 2021 to November 2021.

In 2021, Mirko also worked at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) as a Competitive Strategy and Innovation professional from January to June.

From 2016 to 2020, they worked at Sonova Group, where they held multiple roles including Director of Corporate Communications from October 2017 to March 2020. Prior to that, they served as the Head of Medical & Scientific Marketing, where they established and led the Scientific & Medical Marketing team at Phonak.

Before joining Sonova Group, Mirko worked at UBS as the Head of Communications from July 2012 to July 2014. Mirko also gained experience as the Marketing & Sales Director at Homeblown from October 2010 to June 2012, and as the Head of Corporate Communications at SV Group from October 2007 to September 2010.

In their early career, Mirko worked as an International PR Manager at Sonova Group from August 2006 to September 2007. Mirko also served as a Senior Manager of External Communications at ALTANA AG from October 2002 to October 2005.

Mirko's career began at DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH in January 2000, where they held the position of Political & Governmental Affairs Delegate at the Ministry of Transport. During their time there, they were responsible for political communication and lobbying efforts, as well as planning and strategy development of corporate communications. Mirko also acted as a delegate at the Federal Ministry of Transport, Building and Housing in Bonn, handling international aviation issues and negotiating on EU commission level.

Overall, Mirko Meier-Rentrop has extensive experience in communications, marketing, strategy, and innovation across various industries and organizations.

Mirko Meier-Rentrop completed their education at the University of Konstanz from 1993 to 1998, earning a Master's Degree in Political Sciences, Law, and History. Prior to that, from 1981 to 1990, they attended Secondary School/Grammar School and obtained a general qualification for university entrance, with a focus on History and English. In addition to their formal education, Mirko Meier-Rentrop has obtained various certifications, including Competitive Strategy and Innovation from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2021, Social Media Manager from ILS Institut für Lernsysteme in 2015, International Bank Card Management from Visa in 2013, Operative Excellence EFQM from EFQM in 2010, Writing for Communications Professionals from HWZ University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich in 2004, and Certified Business Moderator from MODERATIO Business Moderation Academy in 2002.