Anke Eckardt

Anke Eckardt is a seasoned professional in internal audit and financial operations, currently serving as Area Director of Group Internal Audit for Heidelberg Materials since July 2008, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and profitability in North America. Prior to this role, Anke held various positions at Equant Inc./Orange Business Services, including Director of Transactional Systems & Processes, where responsibilities encompassed management of financial systems projects, process improvements, and SarbOx compliance coordination. Anke also served as Sr. Director of the European Regional Finance Center, overseeing accounting functions for 15 countries and managing a substantial transaction volume. Anke's career began with a strong educational foundation, holding two MBAs focused on internal audit and business administration from Louisiana State University.