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Peter Peters

Dortmund,NW

Summary

Dynamic leader with a strategic vision, successfully financed a €200M project at Veltins-Arena, enhancing brand reputation through innovative marketing. Proven crisis management and operational excellence skills, driving substantial growth and efficiency. Cultivated key partnerships as Vice President at Deutsche Fussball Liga, fostering collaboration and long-term success.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

Veltins-Arena
06.1998 - Current
  • Planing new Arena and realizing the building
  • Financing the 200 Mio Euro Project
  • Responsible/Leadership for the Projekt
  • Organizing different Events Sports and Music
  • Installation and operation Engineering Department
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.

FIFA Council

Fifa
04.2021 - 01.2023
  • Elected Member of UEFA in the FIFA-Council
  • Evaluation of the World-Cup Format 2026
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Vice President

Deutsche Fussball Liga DFL E.V.
09.2004 - 09.2021
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion. Selling TV Rights Bundesliga worldwide.

Vice President

Deutscher Fussball Bund (DFB)
09.2004 - 09.2021
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization. Bringing Professionell and Amateur Soccer togehter
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Launched new products or services in various markets by conducting comprehensive market research studies and tailoring offerings based on customer needs analysis.

CFO

FC Gelsenkirchen-Schalke 04 E.V.
07.1993 - 06.2020
  • Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
  • Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
  • Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
  • Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.

Assistant to the President and CEO

1. FC Kaiserslautern
06.1991 - 06.1993
  • Prepared comprehensive meeting agendas, taking detailed minutes to ensure accurate documentation of decisions made.
  • Assisted in budget planning and monitoring of expenditures to ensure optimized use of resources while achieving organizational objectives.
  • Coordinated high-profile events such as annual conferences or shareholder meetings to promote company image.
  • Ticketing and Marketing Projects

Journalist

Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung
01.1986 - 05.1991
  • Responsible for Sports
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for newspapers.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with sports experts and celebrities.
  • Covered high-profile events such as international Cup-Matches, Formula I, Football-Nationalteams, World Cups.

Education

MBA -

University of Dortmund
Dortmund
06-1989

High School Diploma -

Kurfürst Salentin Gymnasium
Andernach
06-1980

Skills

  • Effective decision making
  • Operational excellence
  • Customer focus
  • Strategic visioning
  • Crisis management

Timeline

FIFA Council

Fifa
04.2021 - 01.2023

Vice President

Deutsche Fussball Liga DFL E.V.
09.2004 - 09.2021

Vice President

Deutscher Fussball Bund (DFB)
09.2004 - 09.2021

CEO

Veltins-Arena
06.1998 - Current

CFO

FC Gelsenkirchen-Schalke 04 E.V.
07.1993 - 06.2020

Assistant to the President and CEO

1. FC Kaiserslautern
06.1991 - 06.1993

Journalist

Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung
01.1986 - 05.1991

MBA -

University of Dortmund

High School Diploma -

Kurfürst Salentin Gymnasium

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