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Michael Schönwiese

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Head of Global PR & Communications at CARL HANSEN & SØN
📍 Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark

Michael is the Head of Global PR & Communications at Carl Hansen & Søn, leveraging extensive experience in the high-end design industry. A graduate of Aarhus University, he specializes in strategic global public relations, social media, and brand storytelling for iconic Danish furniture companies.

Outside of his professional focus on design, Michael has an interest in global business and financial news, following publications like The Wall Street Journal and Harvard Business Review. He is a polyglot, fluent in Danish, German, and English, which supports his international role.

He has built his entire career by shaping the global communications for Denmarks most prestigious design brands, including Georg Jensen and Fredericia Furniture.

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Head of Global PR & Communications
Location
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
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Danish Design Heritage
His career is dedicated to promoting iconic Danish design, focusing on craftsmanship and timeless appeal for brands like Carl Hansen & Søn and Georg Jensen.
Global Brand Strategy
He has a demonstrated history of developing and executing global PR and communications strategies for design brands in key international markets.
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Career

Work history

10-2022
Head of Global PR & Communications
CARL HANSEN & SØN
3-2020 - 10-2022
Global PR & Communications Manager
CARL HANSEN & SØN
12-2018 - 3-2020
Global Strategic PR Manager
Georg Jensen
3-2016 - 12-2018
PR & Social Media Manager
Fredericia Furniture
2-2015 - 3-2016
PR Manager
Dinesen A/S
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Education
2001 - 2004
Cand.Ling.Merc.
Aarhus University
1998 - 2001
Erhvervssproglig Bachelor
Aarhus University
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