Alexandra Anders

Global Vice President, People & Culture at Cognigy

Alexandra Anders has extensive experience in the field of human resources and talent management. Alexandra is currently serving as the Global Vice President, People & Culture at Cognigy, an enterprise software provider for Conversational AI automation. In this role, they are responsible for automating customer and employee communications.

Prior to their current position, Alexandra worked at Cornerstone OnDemand as the Senior Director of HR/Talent, EMEA. During their time there, they oversaw all aspects of Talent Management, Talent Operations, and Talent Acquisition across 16 countries.

Before joining Cornerstone OnDemand, Alexandra served as the Director of Talent at Wunderman Thompson Commerce & Technology (formerly Cognifide), a digital experience management consultancy. In this role, they were responsible for overseeing all HR processes, change management, culture & values, engagement & recognition, and legal/employee relations across the UK, US, and EMEA.

Alexandra also worked as the Human Resources Business Partner for Germany and Russia at Landor Associates, a global leader in brand consulting and design. Alexandra implemented innovative and strategic HR practices to support the business and its people during their time there.

Furthermore, Alexandra gained experience as the HR Manager Sales & Marketing Europe/HR Business Partner to VP Sales Europe at Danfoss Power Solutions, where they played a crucial role in supporting the Sales & Marketing BU during a period of significant change and growth.

Alexandra started their career as the Sales & HR Manager Germany at Bolia.com, where they were responsible for sales operations and leadership of all showrooms/stores in Germany. Alexandra also served as a Retail Store Manager at WMF AG, leading and growing the German Flagship Store with multiple income-driving departments.

Overall, Alexandra Anders has a strong background in HR and talent management, with experience across various industries and a track record of implementing innovative strategies and driving organizational growth.

Alexandra Anders completed their education in two notable institutions. From 2008 to 2011, they attended CQUniversity, where they pursued a Master of Management (MMGT) degree with a focus on Human Resource Management and Marketing. Prior to that, from 2004 to 2006, they studied at AFW Wirtschaftsakademie Bad Harzburg, specializing in Human Resource Management and Business Administration, earning a Dipl-BWL (Diploma of Business Administration).

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  • Global Vice President, People & Culture

    November, 2021 - present