New Senior Director of Communications and Public Relations at Hager Group 

The Hager Group has appointed Christoph Ringwald as the new Senior Director of Communications and Public Relations. Reporting to Franck Houdebert, Chief Human Resources Officer at Hager Group, Ringwald’s primary responsibilities will include advancing the company's strategic communications on an international scale.

In his new role, Ringwald will oversee all communications at the Group level, including internal communications, media relations, corporate branding, and sponsorship. Under his leadership, the company aims to further reinforce its positioning as a reliable partner for customers, employees, and collaborators.

"We’re excited to welcome Christoph Ringwald, a proven leader in communications and external affairs, at a transformative time for Hager Group," says Franck Houdebert, Chief Human Resources Officer at Hager Group. "His extensive expertise and strategic vision in global communications will be instrumental as we enhance our brand and engage more effectively with diverse audiences around the globe."

Christoph Ringwald states, "I am excited to join Hager Group and am committed to advancing its position as a leading and trusted partner in the evolving electrical landscape. I look forward to forging impactful connections and driving engaging communications worldwide."

Christoph Ringwald is a communications professional with more than 20 years of experience in corporate communications and brand management, working across both industry and service sectors with a focus on change communication. Most recently, he held a senior role at EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg, and drove the continuous positioning of the company as a leader in the energy transition. Prior to that he headed communications and marketing at Rolls-Royce Power Systems where he played a pivotal role in reshaping the company’s strategic position towards a sustainable solution provider as well as the rebranding of the Rolls-Royce and mtu brands for the company. His career includes roles at the technology group Heraeus Holding GmbH in Hanau, where he last served as Head of Communications, as well as positions at depak – Deutsche Presseakademie Berlin and Pixelpark AG in Berlin.

Originally from Ratzeburg, Ringwald studied German, Political Science, and Linguistics at the University of Cologne, and later completed additional studies to become a certified PR Manager.