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Lisa-Marie Thumm

Cologne,North Rhine-Westphalia

Summary

With a distinctive blend of insurance sales expertise, strategic consulting, project management, and content creation in the global poker industry, I bring a uniquely versatile skill set focused on driving growth, engagement, and operational excellence. My deep understanding of the insurance sector, combined with hands-on experience covering international poker events, managing social media strategy, and building communities, allows me to bridge the gap between business strategy and real-world execution. Whether delivering strategic initiatives in corporate environments or creating compelling content on the ground at live events, I thrive in dynamic settings that require adaptability, creativity, and strong stakeholder communication.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Ambassador

POKERCODE
Remote
08.2025 - Current
  • Represented the Pokercode brand and community at major live poker events and across digital platforms, acting as a public-facing advocate for the company’s values and offerings
  • Traveled to international live poker events as part of the Pokercode team to provide on-site content creation, including behind-the-scenes coverage, player highlights, and social media updates
  • Created and shared authentic, brand-aligned content across both personal and Pokercode’s channels to promote coaching programs, community achievements, and live event presence
  • Contributed to video features, interviews, and branded storytelling, offering a player’s perspective and amplifying the voices of coaches and community members

Social Media Manager

POKERCODE
Remote
02.2025 - 08.2025
  • Planned, created, and executed social media strategies to grow and engage Pokercode’s online community across Instagram
  • Produced and edited short-form, including reels, highlight-clips, educational snippets, memes, and behind-the-scenes videos featuring coaches and community members
  • Managed content calendars and coordinated with internal teams (coaches, marketing, video editors) to align content with ongoing promotions, product launches, and coaching programs
  • Developed Pokercode’s online voice and tone, crafting engaging captions, copy, and community responses that reflected the brand’s values and culture
  • Collaborated with professional poker players and ambassadors (e.g. Matthias Eibinger) to amplify content and extend reach
  • Monitored performance metrics and audience insights to continuously refine strategy and optimize engagement
  • Created live and real-time coverage content for major poker events where Pokercode coaches or community members were involved
  • Grew follower count and engagement organically through a combination of trend-based content, educational value, and community-driven storytelling

Content Creator

PokerNews
Various Locations
12.2024 - 07.2025
  • Covered and created content for major international poker events, including both solo and team-managed stops
  • Independently managed live coverage for events such as WPT Chamada and 888poker LIVE Barcelona, including scheduling, social media updates, hand histories, player interviews and creative ideas
  • Collaborated as part of a larger content team on high-profile events like EPT Prague, Irish Open, and the WSOP in Las Vegas, contributing live updates, feature pieces, and multimedia content
  • Maintained accurate and engaging real-time tournament updates, hand histories under tight deadlines
  • Built strong relationships with players, tournament staff, and fellow media professionals to ensure smooth on-site operations
  • Adapted quickly to different team dynamics and logistical challenges across various international venues

Manager Insurance Strategy

Capgemini Invent
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
10.2023 - 02.2025
  • Managed projects within different contexts such as marketing automation, sales strategy and development
  • Cultivated lasting relationships with clients to secure repeat business
  • Identified growth opportunities through comprehensive market research and network building
  • Secured new business opportunities through certain sales activities
  • Attended several trainings related to the manager role

Executive assistant to the CTO

HDI Group
Hanover, Niedersachsen
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Assisted in decision-making processes by conducting comprehensive research
  • Conducted detailed market research for the enhancement of business strategies
  • Enhanced communication between departments by arranging and coordinating meetings and conferences
  • Leading the PMO for Strategic Workforce Planning, focusing on the agile delivery organisation
  • Reviewed the life insurance strategy
  • Developed and implemented strategic KPIs in the property insurance claims department
  • Project Manager for corporate strategy: Managed and implemented the direct sales strategy

Key Account Manager Sales

HDI Group
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Managed and expanded relationships with sales partners (account included over 8,000 partners nationwide)
  • Strengthened key client relationships by developing tailored account strategies
  • Managed complex sales cycles for maximised business growth.
  • Secured long-term customer loyalty with excellent service and understanding of client needs
  • Negotiated profitable contracts to ensure mutual benefit.
  • Delivered presentations, secured new partnerships
  • Formulated strategic plans to increase product visibility and market share
  • Analysed sales data, optimised performance metrics
  • Optimized core digital processes
  • High responsibility for target achievement (2021 target exceeded: 168%)

Project Manager Sales

HDI Group
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
09.2019 - 12.2020
  • Successfully implemented and managed several sales projects
  • Initiated and managed digitalisation initiatives and sales strategy development
  • Acted as a multiplier for agile transformation (member of the company-wide change agents “25 Movers”)
  • Budget responsibility

Strategic advisor to the sales board

HDI Group
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Developed strategic business growth plans by identifying potential market opportunities
  • Designed and implemented a trainee program
  • Nationwide trainer for the introduction of a CRM system
  • Project work and responsibile for the rollout of a CRM system in sales
  • Participated within the initiative InsurHUB (development of digital, data-driven business models using agile methods, especially Design Thinking and SCRUM; workshops with ecosystem partners)
  • Directed research studies to glean consumer behaviour trends

Dual Study Program

Talanx AG
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
09.2015 - 09.2018

Practical phases in various departments:

  • Business Development in Latin America / Asia
  • Internal Communication
  • Digitalisation / Interface Management
  • Best Practice Lab
  • Management and Development of Life Operations
  • Board Division for Exclusive and Direct Sales

Education

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Development of a Maturity Model for Digital Transformation in Insurance Sales

Heriot-Watt-University (HWU)
Edinburgh
01/2023 -

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Business Consulting & Digital Management

FOM University
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
09/2018 - 12/2020

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Business Administration

FHDW
Mettmann, North Rhine-Westphalia
09/2015 - 09/2018

Insurance and Finance Professional - Insurance and Finance

Apprenticeship
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
09/2015 - 02/2018

Skills

  • Extensive experience in the insurance industry, with a focus on insurance sales, key account management, and strategic partnership development
  • Skilled in aligning corporate strategy with operational execution through effective project leadership and tailored business solutions
  • Consistently achieved and exceeded sales targets while driving business development and expanding client portfolios
  • Experienced in leading organizational change initiatives and promoting a culture of continuous improvement
  • Created on-site content at international poker events such as WSOP Las Vegas, EPT Prague, and WPT Chamada, contributing to brand visibility and audience engagement
  • Managed and executed social media strategies for Pokercode, with a focus on content production and engagement growth on Instagram
  • Represented Pokercode as a brand ambassador, supporting community growth and building strong connections with players at live events
  • Versatile professional with a proven ability to operate across corporate, media, and community-driven environments, combining strategic insight with hands-on execution

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Elementary (A2)

Certification

  • SCRUM Master & Product Owner
  • Examiner, IHK Committee Cologne - Responsible for exams under §34d & 34f GewO regulations
  • Lecturer, Education Association of the German Insurance Industry (BWV e.V.) - Project Management, Digital Transformation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Ambassador

POKERCODE
08.2025 - Current

Social Media Manager

POKERCODE
02.2025 - 08.2025

Content Creator

PokerNews
12.2024 - 07.2025

Manager Insurance Strategy

Capgemini Invent
10.2023 - 02.2025

Executive assistant to the CTO

HDI Group
09.2022 - 09.2023

Key Account Manager Sales

HDI Group
01.2022 - 09.2022

Project Manager Sales

HDI Group
09.2019 - 12.2020

Strategic advisor to the sales board

HDI Group
09.2018 - 09.2019

Dual Study Program

Talanx AG
09.2015 - 09.2018

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Development of a Maturity Model for Digital Transformation in Insurance Sales

Heriot-Watt-University (HWU)
01/2023 -

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Business Consulting & Digital Management

FOM University
09/2018 - 12/2020

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Business Administration

FHDW
09/2015 - 09/2018

Insurance and Finance Professional - Insurance and Finance

Apprenticeship
09/2015 - 02/2018
Lisa-Marie Thumm