Frank Lehmann - Marketing Manager

Q: Where is Frank based?

Frank is based in Mechernich, Germany .

Q: What languages does Frank speak?

Frank speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Frank have?

Frank has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Frank has worked in at least 15 different roles and for 15 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months . Note that Frank may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Frank's latest experience?

Frank's most recent position is Marketing Manager at Kappa Bioscience .

Q: What companies has Frank worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Frank has worked for Kappa Bioscience , inci-experts , Dr. Klein Product Development GmbH , Symbio Consult , and evolution consulting .

Q: Which industries is Frank most experienced in?

Frank is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Advertising , and Cosmetics . Frank also has some experience in Healthcare , Media and Entertainment , and Retail .

Q: Which business areas is Frank most experienced in?

Frank is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Strategy , and Project Management . Frank also has some experience in Product Development , Sales , and Customer Service .

Q: Which industries has Frank worked in recently?

Frank has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Cosmetics , and Biotechnology .

Q: Which business areas has Frank worked in recently?

Frank has recently worked in business areas like Marketing , Project Management , and Strategy .

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Mechernich, Germany

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Experience

Aug 2021 - Aug 2022

1 year 1 month

Marketing Manager

Kappa Bioscience

Brand umbrella and assortment architecture
Value proposition
New product positioning

Feb 2020 - Present

6 years 6 months

Marketing and Social Media Consulting

inci-experts

Brand and market development

Sep 2017 - Jan 2024

6 years 5 months

Managing Director Marketing & Sales

Dr. Klein Product Development GmbH

Cosmetics start-up: development of anti-aging brand

Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

6 months

Interim Regional Segment Manager DACH/Benelux

Wilkinson Sword

Business planning
Partner negotiations (Disney/Star Wars)

Feb 2016 - Dec 2022

6 years 11 months

Project Manager Change Management in SMEs

Symbio Consult

Mar 2015 - Nov 2015

9 months

Head of Marketing Beauty (MLM)

LR Health & Beauty

Brand architecture
Brand equity
International sales materials
P&L responsibility

Jan 2013 - Dec 2015

3 years

Social Media & Content Management

Online Shop Wellness & Health

Social media & content management
Product assortment consulting

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

2 years

Brand planning Scholl & Durex

Reckitt Benckiser / SSL Healthcare

Innovation and assortment concepts
Launch management

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

2 years

Brand strategy

Rottapharm

Growth of Dona after the prescription requirement was lifted
Market research, customer insights

Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

4 years

Strategic Director, Brand Development

PHD Media

Neuromarketing-based media planning

Jan 2004 - Dec 2008

5 years

Health Agency NRW

Verband Kneipp Kur & Heilbäder

Service and online structures
Value-added services

Jan 2002 - Present

24 years 7 months

Independent Management Consultant

evolution consulting

Interim management, project management, coaching
Strategy and concept development in marketing, sales, communication, market research, and agile management
Planning and implementation of tailored measures for companies, brands, and products

Jul 1999 - Dec 2001

2 years 6 months

Managing Director / Senior Vice President & World Wide Account Director

BBDO Düsseldorf

Henkel (Persil, Somat, Perwoll) – global brand support
Deutsche Post Euroexpress – brand vision, international agency network

Mar 1998 - Jun 1999

1 year 4 months

Managing Director

BBDO Brand Link

Oct 1994 - Mar 1998

3 years 6 months

Managing Director / Senior Vice President & World Wide Account Director

BBDO Düsseldorf

Wella Retail & Salon – global brand management in 90 countries

Feb 1990 - Sep 1994

4 years 8 months

Management Supervisor / European Account Director

DMB+B Hamburg

Mars
Effem

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Advertising, Cosmetics, Healthcare, Media and Entertainment, and Retail.

Professional Services

Advertising

Cosmetics

Healthcare

Media and Entertainment

Retail

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Marketing, Strategy, Project Management, Product Development, Sales, and Customer Service.

Marketing

Strategy

Project Management

Product Development

Sales

Customer Service

Summary

Experienced Senior Manager and Interim Manager with over 25 years of successful leadership experience in management, project management, and strategic consulting. Strong ability to create competitive advantages in times of change, reposition companies and brands, and lead agile transformation and development projects.

Skills

Strategy & Change Management: Developing Competitive Advantages And New Positioning Approaches
Strategy & Change Management: Designing And Implementing Restructuring And Growth Projects
Business And Brand Management: Strategic And Operational Management Of Business Units, Brands, And Projects
Business And Brand Management: Brand Development, Business Development, Start-Up Management
Marketing, Sales & Communication: Planning And Execution Of Integrated Online/Offline Campaigns
Marketing, Sales & Communication: Market Research, Customer Insights, Agency And Budget Management
Agile Project Management: Certified As Professional Scrum Master & Product Owner (Scrum.Org)
Agile Project Management: Introducing Agile Ways Of Working And Coaching Interdisciplinary Teams
Leadership & Team Building: Motivating And Leading Intercultural, Multidisciplinary Teams
Leadership & Team Building: Hands-On Mindset And Service-Oriented Customer Support
Business Know-How: P&L Responsibility, Business Planning, Budgeting
Industry Experience: Fmcg & Cosmetics (Including Henkel, Schwarzkopf, Coty, Gillette, Lr Health & Beauty)
Industry Experience: Telecommunications, Retail, Logistics, Insurance, Automotive
Industry Experience: Healthcare & Pharma (Bayer Pharmacy System, Fresenius, Rottapharm, Kneipp)
Industry Experience: Agency & Media Management (Bbdo, Phd Media)
Industry Experience: Start-Ups & E-Commerce (Online Shops, Social Media)

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1980 - Aug 1984

Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin)

Diploma in Communications Management · Berlin, Germany

Sep 1978 - Sep 1980

Karstadt Berlin

Retail Assistant / Retail Salesperson · Berlin, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Professional Scrum Master & Product Owner

Scrum.org

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 16

Experience in Professional Services 24.5 y

Avg length 4 y 7 m

Longest experience 24 y 6 m

Expertise

Recent roles Marketing Manager, Marketing and Social Media Consulting, Managing Director Marketing & Sales

Main industries Professional Services, Advertising, Cosmetics

Main business areas Marketing, Strategy, Project Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

July 2025

Last Update

July 2026

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Frank is based in Mechernich, Germany.

Frank speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

Frank has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Frank has worked in at least 15 different roles and for 15 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months. Note that Frank may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Frank would be well-suited for roles such as: Marketing Manager, Marketing and Social Media Consulting, Managing Director Marketing & Sales.

Frank's most recent position is Marketing Manager at Kappa Bioscience.

In recent years, Frank has worked for Kappa Bioscience, inci-experts, Dr. Klein Product Development GmbH, Symbio Consult, and evolution consulting.

Frank is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Advertising, and Cosmetics. Frank also has some experience in Healthcare, Media and Entertainment, and Retail.

Frank is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Strategy, and Project Management. Frank also has some experience in Product Development, Sales, and Customer Service.

Frank has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Cosmetics, and Biotechnology.

Frank has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Project Management, and Strategy.

Frank attended Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin).

Frank has 1 certificate: Professional Scrum Master & Product Owner.

Frank is immediately available for suitable projects.

Frank's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

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