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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
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
Zürich
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.
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
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
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
Dortmund, Germany
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
Dortmund06-1989
High School Diploma -
Kurfürst Salentin Gymnasium
Andernach06-1980
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