Why Cologne?
Cologne offers an exceptional quality of life and an unusually balanced mix of openness, pragmatism, culture, and enterprise.
Situated on the river Rhine in the heart of North Rhine-Westphalia and as one of Europe’s oldest and most important cities, Cologne sits within one of Europe’s most economically vibrant regions. Over 17 million people are living in a 100km radius.
The city combines accessibility with substance: international connectivity, a strong Mittelstand base, growing startup ecosystems, and a deeply rooted culture of trade and innovation.
Cologne is rich in the arts and culture.
Having lived in London, Riyadh, Hong Kong, Basel, and Bonn, Cologne became a real home for me in 2003 - and remains so today because of its human scale, character, and energy. It is a city that appreciates simple pleasures and knows how to live.
This environment suits me and my work: grounded, open, international, and pragmatic and I want my contribution to be a part of Cologne’s continued evolution.
Viva Colonia!