As managing partner, she is one who pulls the strings. Tanja thinks her day has more than 24 hours. She steps in where she is needed and also pushes the company forward as a creative director. 

And what else?

As a family person, she lives for the moment – preferably in connection with her family, friends and books.

Simke joined the company in 2011 as an intern as part of her international studies in Applied Leisure Science and is now not only Head of Operations but also a co-partner. As the longest-serving employee of MEET GERMANY, she forms the backbone of the company. She is responsible for the organization of MEET GERMANY’s events.

And what else?

The passionate table tennis player and snowboarder would definitely like to visit Australia a second time to explore the rest of the country. Simke is always up for an adrenaline kick in her free time, which she likes to spend by the water or in the mountains. There she can skydive, paraglide or bungee jump to her hearts content.

Marco is our contact person for events in the west and south of Germany, as well as in the Benelux countries, UK and USA. As an all-round entertainer, he not only ensures top service for our partners and customers, but also provides an atmosphere with charm and esprit. In addition, Marco is an IHK examiner in Berlin for hotel specialists.

And what else?

The passionate marathon runner, whose best success to date was 8th place in the Cayman Islands Marathon, has various sports medicine qualifications and travels internationally as a personal trainer, therapist and fitness presenter. So he might have one or two free health tips for you at the next event!

Kristin is responsible for marketing and communications. Interesting people, exciting experiences, good products, special company biographies – and developing a good story from them are her passion. In addition, she ist active in business networks.

And what else?

You’ll find Kristin wherever there are good stories: In bookstores. With family and friends. Art and culture. On city trips. By the water. Camera and photo ball are always with her for THE snapshot.

Heike is our contact person for events in Bavaria, Berlin & the new federal states, and she also drives the expansion of the membership portfolio with energy and good humour.

And what else?

Heike worked for many years in the media world and in HR consulting. She is an experienced sparring partner for our community, especially for HR managers and executives. In her private life, the passionate dancer enjoys the sunny side of life – whether it’s salsa or merengue, Heike is always on her toes.

Michelle not only studies business administration, she also actively supports the operations team. She is always in a good mood and ensures that the tours run smoothly.

And what else?

Due to the great experiences during her first year abroad in the USA, Michelle decided to spend another year in the States after graduating from high school. Back from her trip you can find Michelle in the mountains skiing, playing squash or badminton – when she’s not in the office. She also enjoys long walks with her dog.

Jonas is our reinforcement in the community team as well as Marco’s relentless supporter.

And what else?

Besides his dual studies in Communication & Event Management, Jonas likes to go to the movies and eat lots of sushi rolls. He finds a balance to his everyday life in sports: Jonas is a passionate handball player and therefore an excellent team player.

Michèle “Mimi” supports our team as Assistant Operations.

After her training as a hotel manageress, she worked in office management for several years. Besides her job at MEET GERMANY, she is realizing her dream of studying acting. Art and culture as well as the organization of events inspire her. That’s why she really enjoys working in our event team, and it’s a great contrast to her studies. 

And what else?

Mimi loves to dance and sing. And: Mimi loves people and their stories. As soon as she has even a few days off, you can find her somewhere in the world. As soon as she gets to meet new people, she is simply happy.

Avida Tessmann supports the MEET GERMANY team in several areas during an internship. She is very creative and really likes video and video editing tools, but she also has a great grasp of our complex CRM.

And what else?

Avida likes adventure and being close to nature. She loves to cook and is full of energy. As soon as she turns on music, she switches off and immerses herself in it. Movement is important to her, she loves to exercise and dance, has been active in a dance group for many years. Another great passion is reading books.

Karlotta is responsible for the digitalization and optimization of processes in our company and supports the marketing team in the field of online marketing. With a degree in media management, she is passionate about innovative, digital tools and their implementation. Her focus is on viewing and designing processes with a holistic understanding. She can put her experience as an event manager to good use here.

And what else?

“O’zapt is!” This phrase is high on Karlotta’s mind once a year, as she has been working as a waitress in the Hofbräu festival tent at the Oktoberfest in Munich since 2016. In her free time, Karlotta enjoys going to concerts, traveling around the world and spending a lot of time with her friends. On her travels/backpacking trips, she is passionate about exploring new places and cultures. She relaxes from the stress of everyday life by playing board games, watching a new exciting series, or dancing and singing.