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Michael Knapp

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Head of Marketing EMEA, Lufthansa Group at Lufthansa
📍 Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Michael Knapp is a seasoned marketing leader, currently serving as the Head of Marketing for the EMEA region at Lufthansa Group. His career with the airline spans multiple continents and roles, including Director of B2C Marketing in Asia Pacific. He holds a degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Greenwich.

Michael appears to have a strong connection to Italy and its culture, particularly through his professional involvement with Lufthansas sponsorship of the Italian national football team. This suggests a passion for leveraging sports partnerships and brand engagement in his marketing strategies.

He has built his entire career within the Lufthansa Group, progressing from an Account Manager to a continental marketing head.

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Experience
24 Years
Current Role
Head of Marketing EMEA, Lufthansa Group
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Munich, Bavaria, Germany
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Airline Marketing
As Head of Marketing for a major airline group, he focuses on strategies for brand positioning, customer acquisition, and loyalty in the competitive aviation industry.
Sports Sponsorships
He has shown pride in Lufthansa's partnership with the Italian national football team, indicating an interest in leveraging sports marketing for brand visibility.
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Career

Work history

1-2022
Head of Marketing EMEA, Lufthansa Group
Lufthansa
3-2017 - 12-2021
Director B2C Marketing Asia Pacific, Lufthansa Group
Lufthansa
2-2013 - 2-2017
Senior Marketing Manager Greater China
Lufthansa
6-2007 - 2-2013
Global Key Account Manager
Lufthansa
5-2005 - 5-2007
Account Manager
Lufthansa
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Education
1999 - 2004
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Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences
2001 - 2002
Business Administration and Management
University of Greenwich
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