Maximilian Butek

About

As CEO of the Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, I focus on leveraging strategy to strengthen bilateral trade and investment between Germany and Southern Africa. My work is rooted in fostering sustainable growth and creating opportunities for collaboration between businesses in these regions. With over fifteen years of experience as a senior leader in different complex market environments such as Africa, China and Europe, I have consistently contributed to advancing strategic partnerships and promoting economic cooperation. Through my roles as Executive Director and CEO, I have worked to empower organizations in navigating complex markets and achieving long-term business success.

Experience

• Chief Executive Officer at Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

• Executive Director and Board Member at German Chamber of Commerce in China | Shanghai
  Oct 2020 - Feb 2026 · 5 yrs 5 mos

• Chairman of the Board of Directors at German Industry and Commerce (Taicang) Co., Ltd.
  Oct 2020 - Feb 2026 · 5 yrs 5 mos

• Chief Representative at Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Shanghai
  Oct 2020 - Feb 2026 · 5 yrs 5 mos

• Delegate and Chief Representative of Delegation of German Industry and Commerce Guangzhou at Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Guangzhou
  Sep 2018 - Sep 2020 · 2 yrs 1 mo