Dual Leadership Structure
Dr. Reinhard Pfeiffer has served as CEO of Messe München Group since July 2022, working in a dual leadership arrangement with Stefan Rummel. Together, they manage the overall coordination of the Messe München Group's operations and strategic direction.
Technology and Capital Goods Portfolio
Pfeiffer oversees the company's capital goods and technology trade fair portfolio, which includes established brands such as BAU, electronica, productronica, automatica, LASER World of PHOTONICS, analytica, LOPEC and INTERFORST, along with their international counterparts. His responsibilities also extend to the consumer trade fair f.re.e and the business unit for guest events and congresses, including the ICM and MOC venues.
Internal Operations and Divisions
Within the organization, Pfeiffer manages multiple central divisions including Finance & Legal, Construction & Technology, Group Steering & Sales, and Product Marketing & Communications. He shares responsibility for Product Marketing & Communications and Corporate Marketing & Communications with Stefan Rummel. His portfolio also encompasses Corporate Liaison and Protocol & Events.
Career Progression at Messe München
Pfeiffer joined Messe München GmbH in 2008 as a Management Board member. He advanced to Deputy Chairman of the Management Board in 2014 before assuming his current CEO role. Born in 1963, he brings extensive experience in the trade fair industry to his leadership position.
Industry Involvement and Board Positions
Beyond his executive duties, Pfeiffer holds several industry positions. He serves as Chairman of the Board of MM Shanghai and maintains membership on the Executive Board of AUMA, the Association of the German Trade Fair Industry, and the GDG, the Association of German Trade Fairs. His additional commitments include the DIHK Tourism Committee, the Advisory Board of Bayern LB, and ADAC Südbayern e.V.
Based on reporting by Messe München. Read the original article.