Philipp Schmitz-Waters

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ABOUT PHILIPP SCHMITZ-WATERS

I shape corporate communications at the intersection of retail, society and policy – with international experience, data-driven strategies and measurable impact.As Head of Corporate Communications & Company Spokesperson Rewe @REWE Group, I lead integrated communications for one of Europe’s leading retail groups – focusing on strategic corporate communications, reputation, issues & crisis management, change and digital brand leadership.Previously, I served as Global Director of External Communications at the Adecco Group (Zurich) and held senior roles at Vonovia and ista, specialising in ESG and corporate reputation.My career path demonstrates my ability to navigate both national and international communication landscapes, in publicly traded or market-leading companies. I have developed and led international teams, fostering collaboration and driving performance across diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.Core Strengths & Impact• Strategy & Positioning: Scalable narratives, one-voice policy, measurable KPIs across Paid/Owned/Earned/Shared channels.• Crisis & Issues: Real-time monitoring, playbooks, 24/7 governance; reduced response times and ensured consistent stakeholder engagement.• Change & Transformation: M&A, reorganisations, cultural programmes, employer branding – leadership positioning and internal alignment.• ESG: Sustainability communication, CSRD/ESRS readiness, stakeholder dialogue with NGOs and associations.• Digital & AI: Social-first and AI-enabled content operations.