Michael Schmitz

Vice President International Orthofeet & Managing Director Orthofeet Gmbh @Orthofeet

Cologne, DE
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WORK HISTORY

Aug 2024 — Present

Vice President International Orthofeet & Managing Director Orthofeet Gmbh @Orthofeet

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Cologne, DE

Spearheading the initial establishment and strategic international expansion of the premium comfort and foot health footwear brand Orthofeet, driving market setup and penetration across Europe, MEA, and Asia. Leading the development and execution of tailored market entry strategies, adapting to regional dynamics and consumer demands. Overseeing the comprehensive setup of all distribution channels, including Direct-to-Consumer (D2C), direct B2B/wholesale partnerships, and distributor networks, ensuring efficient operations and sustainable growth for Orthofeet in the international market.

EDUCATION

1997 — 1998

University of Leipzig

Study of Sport Science, Science of Sport

1996 — 1997

Civil Service

Übungsleiter Seniorensport, Sport- und Fitnessverwaltung/Management

1998 — 2003

Universität Trier

Diplom Kaufmann, Business Administration and Consumer Marketing

1987 — 1996

Kurfürst Balduin Gymnasium

A Level, Abitur

SKILLS

ForecastingBrand DevelopmentSalesWholesaleNew Business DevelopmentNegotiationRetailE-CommerceSales ManagementMerchandisingBrand ManagementSportswearMarketing StrategyTrend AnalysisFootwearManagementFashionProduct DevelopmentApparel

ABOUT MICHAEL SCHMITZ

In-depth knowledge in the development of new business areas, strategic and qualitative growth, increasing margins, premium brand positioning and generating more efficient access to consumers across all sales channels in D2C & B2B.

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Michael Schmitz — Vice President International Orthofeet & Managing Director Orthofeet Gmbh at Orthofeet in Cologne, DE | Unifers