Anna Funke
Lead of HR Business Partners South-eastern Europe and Asia @KWS Group
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Lead of HR Business Partners South-eastern Europe and Asia @KWS Group
Berlin, DE
Leading a talented team of international HR Business Partners, I oversee HR strategy and operations for Central, Southern, Eastern Europe & Asia at KWS Berlin GmbH.In this role, I drive alignment between business and people strategies, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and champion the continuous development of our HR organization. By fostering innovation, standardizing global HR processes, and ensuring local adaptability, I support KWS’s mission to cultivate an engaged, high-performing global workforce.
EDUCATION
Freie Universität Berlin
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Industrial Psychology
IB, Internationaler Bund
Diploma, Occupational Therapy
Gallup
Certified Strengths Coach, Positive Psychology
Freie Universität Berlin
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Psychology
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
artop institute, Systemic Coach, Coaching
ABOUT ANNA FUNKE
I am a globally experienced People & Culture leader with a passion for enabling organizations to grow through their people. With 12+ years in HR leadership across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the US, I bring a unique blend of strategic vision, cultural intelligence, and hands-on execution.My expertise spans across:Strategic HR Leadership: Driving transformation, scaling organizations, and aligning people strategy with business goals.People Development: Building trust, engagement, and performance through coaching, learning, and leadership enablement.Global Perspective: Proven success in multinational, cross-cultural environments across four continents, balancing diverse stakeholder needs.Change & Transformation: Guiding companies through complex transitions, from business-model shifts to organizational redesign.Systemic Coaching & Empathy: Supporting leaders and teams in reaching their potential with a people-first approach.At the heart of my work is a deep belief: when people thrive, organizations achieve lasting impact.
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