Alexander Knapp
Global Business Development Manager - Fire Services & Mining @Dräger
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WORK HISTORY
Global Business Development Manager - Fire Services & Mining @Dräger
Under the motto “enabling growth, enabling understanding”, I drive market and growth strategies in EMEA.My role combines strategic analysis of markets and technologies with the execution of global product launches, where I coordinate cross-functional teams and act as a bridge between Product Management, Marketing, Sales, and regional organizations.A key part of my work is engaging directly with customers and partners – from strategic negotiations to tenders and joint visits – to ensure that solutions align with operational realities. By systematically integrating user feedback, I help shape products and software that are reliable, user-friendly, and built for critical environments like firefighting and mining, where simplicity and trust matter most
EDUCATION
Fachhochschule Nordakademie Elmshorn
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering and Business Management
NORDAKADEMIE - German University of Applied Sciences
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Industrial Engineering and Business Management
Biznesa augstskola Turība
Semester Abroad, Industrial Engineering and Business Management
Feuerwehrschule Bochum
Fire Fighter - Feuerwehrmann
Next Talents
IHK-Prüfung, Wirtschaftswissenschaften
ABOUT ALEXANDER KNAPP
Global Business Development Manager with a background in Industrial Engineering and Business Management.Experienced in safety-critical industries (Fire Services, Defence, Mining), focusing on tech-driven solutions, communication systems and global product launches.Passionate about turning complex technology into reliable, user-centric solutions that work where they are needed most. Strong communicator, team player, and storyteller who connects strategy, technology, and customer needs.
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