The Siemens Professionals Engaged in Active Communications (SPEAC) is a high-potential development program for early-career communications professionals. This year’s SPEAC Class includes participants from around the world and in various roles throughout Siemens. Take a second to get to know us!

Marisha Ganasram | Johannesburg, South Africa
Digital Ecosystem Owner of Hello Page

I hope to gain from SPEAC… Amazing work relationships and friendships and a new approach to how we work in our various work environments

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… LoveisBlind Season 2!

A song that makes me happy is… Selena Gomez – Baila Conmigo

When I’m not at work, I can be found… in the kitchen!

Charlotte Riss | Zug, Switzerland
Communications Business Partner to MBM Matthias Rebellius

I hope to gain from SPEAC… I want to treasure the opportunity that we have, building meaningful connections between us 14 SPEACERS who come from totally different places, have had completely different careers so far and still somehow ended up in the same place. I’m sure we have so much to learn from each other, professionally, culturally and personally.

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… Chef’s table on Netflix

A song that makes me happy is… Riptide, Vance Joy

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Always with friends, family or my fiancé: during the summer on a paddle board on Lake Zurich, in the winter skiing in the mountains and on holiday scuba diving in the ocean

Louisa Hackmann | Munich, Germany
Speech Writer for the Managing Board

I hope to gain from SPEAC… I hope to build strong connections with my fellow SPEACers and learn a lot of new things along the way.

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… Rereading the Harry Potter series 😉

A song that makes me happy is… Tonight I Have to Leave It by Shout Out Louds

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Out in nature or at dinner with my friends

Mirjam Laubenbacher | Munich, Germany.
Strategic Communications Manager, bringing global brand campaigns to life.

I hope to gain from SPEAC… A great global peer network & even more insights about myself.

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… How Brands Grow (Book)

A song that makes me happy is… Imagine from John Lennon in times like these.

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Doing Yoga!

Sarah Merchant | India
Digital Communications Manager

I hope to gain from SPEAC… I hope to build meaningful connections through this program and exchange learnings with peers across the globe.

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… The TV show Euphoria and discovering Indian regional literature

A song that makes me happy is… Can’t stop the feeling! – Justin Timberlake

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Sitting in my cosy corner reading or hiking/skating/cycling in the outdoors

Tereza Valvodová | Czech Republic, Prague
Marketing Communication Specialist – responsible for regional SI communication

I hope to gain from SPEAC… Another step in my personal development, learn more about myself & others. An opportunity to collaborate with communication & couching experts. As the biggest prons I see networking, meeting new faces and getting know what other colleagues are working on.

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… My guilty pleasures are reality shows – lately Love is Blind and Survivor

A song that makes me happy is… Katzenjammer – Curvaceous Needs

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Probably in my kitchen with bunch of food, hosting my friends and playing board games.

Marcin Górecki | Warsaw, Poland
Head of Communication, PR, Marketing in Siemens Mobility Poland & Yunex PL

I hope to gain from SPEAC… Better understanding of Siemens’s approach, great new colleagues and new communication challenges

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… I am a big fan of the USA, so right now, I read a lot about this country, its history, and turbulence with all digital and non-digital platforms

A song that makes me happy is… Simon & Garfunkel – The Boxer – it’s one of the songs I remember from my childhood, and it always brings good memories – significant in those difficult times.

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Together with my wife and two sons, enjoying life all-around the city and outside Warsaw. You can find me also on the volleyball court, because I love this sport.

Alessia Slevogt | Munich Germany
Comms Consultant at POC for executive comms, strategic messaging, community management and events

I hope to gain from SPEAC… Many new connections, unforgettable memories, lots of fun and a huge step in personal development

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… Ted Lasso, The Morning Show and currently watching The Office again – so good!

A song that makes me happy is… Hot Stuff – Donna Summers

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Outdoors with my dog, on the tennis court or at the latest Japanese restaurant

Nina Kainzmaier | Munich, Germany
Communications Manager for Innovation & Technology

I hope to gain from SPEAC… Meeting great people, progressing my personal development journey and shaping an impactful and sustainable project at Siemens

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (an evergreen … :-))

A song that makes me happy is… “Home” by Edward Sharpe

When I’m not at work, I can be found… I’d probably be climbing, playing the piano, or sitting on my balcony with a good book at hand soaking in the sun

Tong Li | Beijing, China
PR and content specialist at SMO CC China

I hope to gain from SPEAC… a close community

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… My Brilliant Friend Season 3

A song that makes me happy is… Count On Me – Bruno Mars

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Most likely at home

Ana Lopez | Mexico City
Internal Comms Specialist and Employee Engagement

I hope to gain from SPEAC… To develop a great project that benefits the comms community and to make great alliances and networking with comms collagues from all over Siemens.

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… the fourth season of Fabulous Mrs. Maisel. It shows you how to address life with humor. I also enjoy making plans, so I’m already planning my next big trip for my birthday.

A song that makes me happy is… Heaven is a place on earth from Belinda Carlisle. I know… oldie but goodie 🙂

When I’m not at work, I can be found… At the movie theatre! I love movies 🙂 or taking a walk and drinking coffee in my favorite neighborhood of the city..

Aly Ryan | Atlanta, USA
Global Advanced Lead Gen Specialist leading the rollout of a new data tool leveraging artificial intelligence

I hope to gain from SPEAC… Develop deep relationships with colleagues across with world and continue on the journey of professional development.

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… I’m currently reading “Deep Work” by Cal Newport. It’s a fascinating read about staying focused in a distracted world.

A song that makes me happy is… Heat Waves by Glass Animals. I’m seeing them in concert soon and am SO excited!

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Walking my dog (who has become my coworker and exercise buddy) or on a restaurant patio with friends

Katja Lübcke | Essen, Germany
Event Specialist

I hope to gain from SPEAC… A lot of professional and personal development, especially in terms of leadership and intercultural collaboration

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… The tinder swindler on Netflix – the best reminder that not everything, we read in the internet and social media, is true.

A song that makes me happy is… The Git Up – Blanco Brown

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Walking in the forest or across the fields – fresh air and nature is everything for me especially since I’m living directly in the city

Nathalie Sydlik, GBS CM | Munich, Germany
Communications Manager, Executive Communications

I hope to gain from SPEAC… I hope we all grow together into a strong, unique network in the global comms where we can trust, rely and learn from each other, far beyond the SPEAC journey

Something I’ve been consuming/enjoying lately is… Westworld – not brand new but still good

A song that makes me happy is… California Dreamin’ – Chris Lorenzo (feat. High Jinx)

When I’m not at work, I can be found… Hiking in the alps – together with my Chihuahua 🙂

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