Christian V.

Christian V. is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in establishing and managing various initiatives. As the Founder and Managing Director of designersgroup GmbH since May 2007, Christian has successfully focused on the conception, production, and distribution of photographic art and design products. In addition, Christian is a Co-Founder and Managing Director of Gutshaus der Zukunft Altfriedland, dedicated to the renovation and revitalization of the historic Altfriedland manor since October 2021. As a Board Member of Safe Passage/Camino Seguro since January 2020, Christian supports a charitable organization aimed at improving the lives of families in poverty in Guatemala City. Prior to these roles, Christian co-founded the AVIDA Group, a private equity holding company associated with Munich Re Group, from July 2001 to April 2007. Christian holds a Diplom in Economics from Humboldt Universität Berlin and completed certified training in foundation management at Deutsche Stiftungsakademie. Additionally, the educational background includes a banking qualification from Credit Suisse and studies at Hawken School in the USA.