Jan Balke

Brand // Marketing Strategy // International Campaigning

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

About

Global Brand & Marketing Expert with almost two decades of international experience developing brand strategy, integrated marketing communications and digital transformation initiatives for global organizations. Proven track record leading international campaigns, steering cross-functional stakeholder environments and translating business objectives into impactful brand experiences across B2C and B2B markets. Successfully combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, bringing together corporate, consulting and agency expertise. Passionate about building modern, technology-enabled marketing organizations that create measurable business impact.

Experience

  • Senior Manager - Corporate Marketing Communications and Global Brand Management at Bosch
    Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Independent Marketing Consultant at Freelance
    2021 - Present · 5 yrs 7 mos

  • International Marketing Consultant at Jungheinrich AG
    Feb 2021 - Feb 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Grabarz & Partner (12 yrs 1 mo)
    • Head of International Accounts
      2018 - 2020 · 2 yrs

    • Head of New Business
      2013 - 2018 · 5 yrs

    • Corporate Manager
      2012 - 2013 · 1 yr

  • Intern at Mercedes-Benz Canada
    2007 - 2008 · 1 yr