Katherina Riesner

Katherina Riesner is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in public relations and corporate communications. Currently serving as a Senior Corporate Communications Manager at IDnow since July 2022, Katherina leads awareness, education, and thought leadership PR campaigns focused on digital identity and verification across DACH, the UK, and France. Prior experience includes working as a Senior Public Relations Consultant at Schwartz Public Relations, where responsibilities encompassed strategic consulting for B2B clients in technology, budget planning, media engagement, and thought-leadership initiatives. Earlier roles at F&H Communications included managing international accounts, developing PR strategies, and coordinating events. Katherina's career began with internships in communication and journalism, complemented by a Master of Arts in English Linguistics from Lund University and a Bachelor of Arts in English Philology/Economics from Heidelberg University.