Christiane Schumann is an accomplished executive assistant and manager with extensive experience in administrative support and leadership roles across various industries. Currently serving as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Business Operations and Transformation Officer at Fluence since May 2023, Christiane previously held key positions at Lidl US, including Executive Assistant to the CEO & CFO with board support and Executive Assistant to the CFO. Prior roles encompass managing regional sales at first moment® Fotografie GmbH & Co. KG, as well as leadership positions at ASSE Germany GmbH and AIFS Deutschland GmbH. Christiane's educational background includes an MBA in Leadership & Value Chain Management and multiple degrees in business administration and international tourism. Christiane has also completed certifications in management accounting and apprenticeship coordination.