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Johanna Schlegel

@johannaschlegel

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International relations and communications professional driving cross‑border partnerships and events.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role combining international program or partnership management with communications and event delivery at an organization valuing cross‑border collaboration and impact.

I am an ambitious communications and international relations professional with hands‑on experience in project management, event marketing, and stakeholder outreach across Germany and the US.

At the German American Chamber of Commerce and German American Events LLC I supported planning and implementation of business delegations, B2B meetings, and one of the world’s largest holiday markets, contributing to sponsorship acquisition, onsite operations, and marketing campaigns.

My academic background includes MAs in Communication and International Relations and a BA in Economics, and I have delivered research and market intelligence, consulting and marketing support, and communications content for client projects and institutional programs.

I bring strong written and verbal communication, social media and newsletter experience, intercultural competency, and a proven ability to plan and execute events and outreach that foster collaboration between German and US partners.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Consulting Associate

Current

German American Chamber of Commerce

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Supported project management and implementation of virtual and in-person business delegation programs, conducted market research and partner outreach, and coordinated B2B meetings to foster German–American collaboration in renewable energy, manufacturing, and automotive sectors.

Project Management Market Research Outreach Stakeholder Management Event Planning Cross Cultural Communication

Events Trainee

German American Events LLC

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Supported organization of a major holiday market with responsibilities in event marketing, media outreach, sponsorship acquisition, on-site vendor support, and venue preparation to deliver visitor experiences and performances.

Event Marketing Graphic Design Content Writing Customer Service

Graduate Assistant, Communications

Human Rights Center

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (2 years)

Contributed to community-based human rights and sustainable development programming, managed social media and newsletter campaigns, and supported event planning and outreach for the Center.

Communication Social Media Management Mailchimp Event Planning Outreach Content Writing Program Coordination

Writing & Editing Intern

FleishmanHillard

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)

Assisted with planning and execution of public affairs and corporate communications activities, writing and translating press releases and articles, and supporting research, monitoring, and event planning.

Writing Editing Translation Public Affairs Research event support Corporate Communications

Campaign Management Intern

Die Grünen Kreisverband Hildesheim

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)

Researched and confirmed operational information, managed social media channels, drafted press releases, and supported event planning for local political campaigns.

Campaign Management Social Media Research Event Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Dayton

Master of Arts, Communication

2021 - 2023

Activities and societies: Graduate Assistant Communications & Engagement; contributed to Human Rights Center communications, social media, and event planning.

Completed a Master of Arts in Communication with coursework and activities in communications, event planning, and engagement from 2021 to 2023.