Timo Hoppen has extensive experience in the event management and entertainment industry, currently serving as the Director of Operations and a Member of the Managing Board at Semmel Concerts Entertainment GmbH since February 2008. Timo is responsible for developing and implementing new working processes and operational structures, strategical business planning, and managing the IT department, including the design and development of software tools. Previous roles include project leadership at Scherer & Friends GmbH & Co. KG and freelance work as an Animateur at RIU Hotels & Resorts. Timo began a career in event management with an apprenticeship at Funkhaus Aschaffenburg, following education at Staatl. Berufsschule Erlangen, where a degree in Veranstaltungskaufmann was earned.