Sebastian Knierim

Sebastian Knierim is an experienced professional in communications and public relations, currently serving as Pressesprecher and Deputy Head of Communication at Coface since January 2019. Prior to this role, Sebastian worked as Communications Manager at Verivox GmbH from June 2014 to December 2018 and gained earlier experience as a Public Relations Consultant and Trainee at follow red GmbH between April 2011 and May 2014. In the sports sector, Sebastian played in the 2. Handball-Bundesliga for various teams from July 2003 to June 2012 and contributed as a Redakteur at Bietigheimer Zeitung for a brief period in late 2010. Additionally, experience includes freelance editorial work at handball-world.com. Academic qualifications include a Master’s degree in Linguistics and Sports Sciences from the University of Stuttgart, alongside studies at Quadriga University of Applied Sciences and a secondary education at Sportgymnasium Magdeburg and Eleonoren-Gymnasium Worms.