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Dana Barzingi

Dana Barzingi

Managing Director
Ketsch

Summary

Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Managing Director

Tenth Revolution Group
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented both short- and long-term corporate strategies to support sustainable growth and market expansion
  • Oversaw all core business operations with a focus on process efficiency and strategic alignment
  • Directed budgeting, forecasting, and financial controlling to ensure fiscal responsibility
  • Led a multidisciplinary team, championing an inclusive and performance-oriented culture
  • Conducted market and competitor analysis to adapt business direction in evolving conditions

Director of Sales, Central Region

SThree
02.2021 - 01.2023
  • Devised and executed sales strategies across IT, Life Sciences, Pharma, Banking, and Finance sectors
  • Delivered continuous performance forecasting and analysis, adapting strategies to drive operational success
  • Developed consulting service portfolios tailored for temporary and interim recruitment solutions
  • Introduced a mentoring approach through 'Coach the Coach' to foster leadership at all levels
  • Managed 51 employees (6 direct reports), accountable for €13.2 million in net fees

Senior Department Manager, Finance South/West

Hays AG
10.2008 - 02.2021
  • Created and led regional sales strategies to meet profit and revenue objectives
  • Responsible for reporting, KPIs, and controlling across major cities (e.g., Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Mannheim)
  • Delivered accurate market forecasts, investment planning, and competitive analysis
  • Supervised 39 employees (7 direct reports); revenue responsibility of €20M and €7.2M net fees

Department Head Finance

Hays AG
10.2016 - 10.2018
  • Streamlined sales operations and improved team structures to maximise productivity
  • Recruited and coached staff; supported professional development across the department
  • Oversaw strategic implementation of performance KPIs

Senior Team Leader Finance

Hays AG
04.2016 - 10.2016
  • Managed team performance using data-driven KPIs and performance accountability
  • Supported junior team leads through coaching and structured growth programmes
  • Recruited internal talent and built strong client portfolios through strategic outreach

Team Leader Finance

Hays AG
04.2014 - 04.2016
  • Established the Finance business unit in Mannheim, Stuttgart, and Frankfurt
  • Directed team strategy to meet annual revenue goals
  • Conducted targeted business development across financial services clients

Key Account Manager Finance

Hays AG
06.2013 - 04.2014
  • Delivered bespoke client solutions and built long-standing partnerships
  • Identified decision-makers and converted prospects into high-value clients
  • Oversaw full recruitment cycle for critical finance positions

Key Account Manager Engineering

Hays AG
09.2012 - 06.2013
  • Expanded strategic client base in large-scale engineering accounts
  • Matched niche technical talent to demanding vacancies

Key Account Manager IT

Hays AG
01.2011 - 09.2012
  • Won and developed top-tier accounts through strategic client relationship building
  • Managed end-to-end delivery from recruitment to client retention

Recruiter Engineering

Hays AG
03.2010 - 01.2011
  • Drafted job ads, conducted interviews, negotiated contracts, and sourced technical profiles

Club & Sales Manager

Fitness First
10.2002 - 05.2005
  • Oversaw full branch operations, procurement, and recruitment
  • Developed strong member loyalty initiatives and service quality standards

Education

Bachelor of Marketing -

University of Applied Sciences Ludwigshafen
10.2005 - 09.2009

Advanced Key Account Management - undefined

St. Gallen Business School
04.2021 - 06.2021

Leadership I + II - Emotional Intelligence

St. Gallen Business School
02.2022 - 03.2022

Situational and Goal-Oriented Leadership - undefined

Hettl Consult / Eggers & Partner
03.2016 - 04.2016

Rhetoric and Executive Presence - undefined

Dr Werner Dieball
12.2019 - 01.2020

Skills

  • Relationship Management
  • Strategic Thinking & Planning
  • Communication Excellence
  • Project Coordination
  • Market Intelligence
  • Goal-Driven Execution
  • Sales leadership
  • Business development
  • Client relationships
  • Financial management

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 12/23/79

Timeline

Managing Director

Tenth Revolution Group
01.2023 - Current

Leadership I + II - Emotional Intelligence

St. Gallen Business School
02.2022 - 03.2022

Advanced Key Account Management - undefined

St. Gallen Business School
04.2021 - 06.2021

Director of Sales, Central Region

SThree
02.2021 - 01.2023

Rhetoric and Executive Presence - undefined

Dr Werner Dieball
12.2019 - 01.2020

Department Head Finance

Hays AG
10.2016 - 10.2018

Senior Team Leader Finance

Hays AG
04.2016 - 10.2016

Situational and Goal-Oriented Leadership - undefined

Hettl Consult / Eggers & Partner
03.2016 - 04.2016

Team Leader Finance

Hays AG
04.2014 - 04.2016

Key Account Manager Finance

Hays AG
06.2013 - 04.2014

Key Account Manager Engineering

Hays AG
09.2012 - 06.2013

Key Account Manager IT

Hays AG
01.2011 - 09.2012

Recruiter Engineering

Hays AG
03.2010 - 01.2011

Senior Department Manager, Finance South/West

Hays AG
10.2008 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Marketing -

University of Applied Sciences Ludwigshafen
10.2005 - 09.2009

Club & Sales Manager

Fitness First
10.2002 - 05.2005
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