Nicole Celikkesen

Nicole Celikkesen is a seasoned professional specializing in project development and strategic consulting with a focus on digital transformation, currently employed at Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH since August 2018. With roles including Country Manager for Digital Africa and Policy Advisor for BMZ, Nicole has played a pivotal role in integrating digitalization approaches into sustainable development initiatives. Previous experience includes serving as an Advisory Board Member for the Global Network on Extremism & Technology, Head of Partner Management & Cooperations at re:publica, and Senior Account Manager at Fink & Fuchs PR AG, where Nicole managed high-profile clients across various industries, including technology and digital economy. Educational background includes training as a PR-Editor at 1&1 Internet AG.