Topic: Experiences of an American in a German Company

Speaker: Robert Schies, President and CEO of Rut-Less Consulting

Presentation: U.S. & German Business Cultures: Key Differences

- Decision-making: Speed vs. Certainty
- Communication Style: Diplomacy vs. Directness
- Rules: Flexibility vs. Discipline
- Work–life Boundaries: Availability vs. Outcomes
- Authority & Expertise: Position vs. Expertise

Speaker's bio:

Robert Schies is a seasoned finance and operations leader with nearly three decades of experience in global, multinational organizations. His background spans financial planning and analysis, supply chain management, and plant controlling within complex, engineering-driven businesses. He brings deep P&L oversight alongside a strong commitment to leadership development, mentoring, and continuous improvement, supported by his certification as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.