Michaela Kuhndörfer, new Co-Chair for Germany Chapter!

Published on May 19, 2023

Matthias Klückmann, Manager, Global Diversity & Inclusion at Vaillant Group, steps down from his role as Co-Chair of the Germany Chapter. We extend our sincere gratitude for his remarkable contributions.

And we proudly welcome Michaela Kuhndörfer, Marketing Director DACH & Nordics at Reckitt, as our new Co-Chair. We are confident she will lead the Chapter to even greater heights with her expertise and passion. Congratulations, Michaela!

Let's join hands in thanking Matthias for his invaluable service and welcoming Michaela to our fantastic community of volunteers!

Sarah Koop, Operations Manager, METRO & Co-Chair Germany Chapter: "I thank Matthias for his commitment to the Chapter. He was an asset to the team as Co-Chair and was able to motivate us all and help us grow as a team. He will, fortunately, stay with us and continue to bring his positive spirit to make our Chapter even more diverse."

“The Germany Chapter has benefited immensely from Matthias' dedication and commitment as Co-Chair; he has led the Chapter with a steady and kind hand, bringing valuable and insightful perspectives to the local and pan-European LEAD Network community. Matthias is a great volunteer role model!’ - said Stina Hotine, Chapters Manager. 

Our new co-chair, Michaela, said: "LEAD Network has been a big inspiration for me over the last couple of years, and I have profited significantly from the workshops and stories shared. The Co-Chair role amplifies my commitment to champion diversity and inclusion, both personally and professionally.  It is in our hands to create a world where everyone's voice is heard and valued, a world in which diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is the norm. And I am happy to be part of that change!'