DIHK has appointed Melnikov as its new chief executive officer.
New CEO of German Chamber of Industry and Commerce Announced
Helena Melnikov, a 42-year-old PhD lawyer with a background in association management, has been appointed as the new CEO of the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DIHK). Her term will begin on January 1, 2025, taking over from Martin Wansleben who has been at the helm for 23 years.
Melnikov's professional journey has been marked by her involvement in economic discussions, particularly as a representative of DIHK. She has been actively engaged in issues affecting German companies, such as trade relations and tariffs with the United States.
Before her appointment as the DIHK CEO, Melnikov held the position of CEO of the Commodity Association of the Hamburg Exchange. She also has a history of working for the German Association of Wholesale, Foreign Trade, and Services, although the specific details of her roles in these institutions are not extensively documented.
Her participation in high-level economic forums and public statements about trade policy suggest that she has held senior positions within the DIHK or related economic institutions prior to her current appointment.
Martin Wansleben, the current CEO of DIHK, will retire at the end of 2024. During his tenure, he has been instrumental in shaping the direction of the DIHK and advocating for German businesses on the international stage.
Helena Melnikov is set to take over as the CEO of the DIHK based in Berlin, where she will continue to advocate for German businesses and shape the economic landscape of the country. Her expertise in association management, law, and economics will undoubtedly serve her well in this new role.
- Helena Melnikov's expertise in association management, law, and economics, which she gained from her careers in various business organizations such as the Commodity Association of the Hamburg Exchange and the German Association of Wholesale, Foreign Trade, and Services, will be advantageous in her new role as the CEO of the DIHK, focusing on finance and business matters.
- With herhistory of advocating for German businesses and shaping the economic landscape within the DIHK, Helena Melnikov's appointment as the new CEO is expected to promote careers for professionals in finance and business sectors, as well as contribute to the growth and development of German businesses on an international level.
