Tobias Schindler

Tobias Schindler has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Tobias is currently the Head of Group Controlling at Koelnmesse GmbH since August 2020. Prior to that, they worked at NKT from September 2018 to June 2020 as the Head of Financial Planning, Analysis, Accounting & Reporting for Business Line Solutions. From October 2014 to December 2017, they served as the Head of Group Planning & Forecasting at ThyssenKrupp. Tobias also took a sabbatical from August 2013 to September 2014. Before that, they held various roles at BASF from March 2004 to July 2013, including Head of Divisional Controlling GP and Head of Financial Controlling, Division Coatings. Tobias started their career as a Bank Clerk in the Credit Department at Volksbank e.G. in June 1999.

Tobias Schindler began their education by completing an apprenticeship as a bank clerk at Volksbank e.G. in Recke, Germany from 1996 to 1999. Tobias then pursued their higher education at the University of Applied Sciences in Münster, Germany, specializing in Business Management Studies with a focus on Controlling, Accounting, Taxation, and Auditing. During this time, they also undertook internships to gain practical experience. In 2001-2002, they interned at Real Colegio Universitaria Escorial - María Cristina in San Lorenzo del Escorial, Spain, with a focus on Finance. In 2002, they interned at BASF Coatings GmbH in Münster, Germany, where they specialized in Product Calculation and Stock Management. In 2003, they had another internship at BASF Coatings Pty Ltd in Wetherill Park, Australia, focusing on Sales, Marketing, and Administration. Finally, in 2003-2004, Tobias completed their Diploma Thesis in cooperation with BASF Coatings GmbH in Münster, where they worked on Stock Valuation based on IAS/IFRS.