Thordt Clausen will become Director of Global Marketing at Fissler
Idar-Oberstein, December 11, 2024
Premium cookware manufacturer Fissler appointed a new global marketing director on November 1, 2024. Thordt Clausen has been responsible for innovation and product development, brand management and communications, product management, and retail strategy as Director of Global Marketing since November. In his new role, he is also a member of the Global Management Board.
Thordt Clausen is no stranger to the family-run company with its production facilities in Rhineland-Palatinate. He joined Fissler GmbH on August 1, 2023, as Global Head of Product Management, bringing with him over 10 years of experience in global leadership positions in brand, product, and innovation. In his new role, Clausen reports directly to CEO Frank Böttcher, who took over the management of the family business at the beginning of 2024.
“With Thordt Clausen, we have found the perfect candidate for this prominent role. He possesses extensive industry knowledge and brings an impressive track record. I am delighted that we have been able to recruit a trusted leader from within our own ranks to guide our teams safely through this transformation, sharpen the profile of our outstanding premium brand, and further align our product portfolio with consumer needs.” – Frank Böttcher, CEO.
As the new Director of Global Marketing, Thordt Clausen benefits from his many years of experience in international positions in the kitchen and cooking environment with durable consumer goods, making him an absolute industry expert.
The experienced manager began his career at the WMF Group, where he held various marketing positions. Clausen spent two years in China, playing a key role in the brand's repositioning there. After further roles within the group, he moved to Weber-Stephens EMEA, where he was Head of Product Management EMEA Accessories & Fuels, responsible for these categories. Most recently, before joining Fissler, he was Head of Solution & Portfolio Management at BLANCO, a leading manufacturer of high-quality kitchen water systems. There, he was responsible for the long-term portfolio strategy across all categories and implemented groundbreaking innovation projects.
“As a passionate amateur chef, I am delighted to be back in the kitchen and to be able to continue the long and impressive history of this wonderful Fissler brand. And I would like to sincerely thank Frank Böttcher and the Fissler family for their trust,” said Clausen regarding his appointment.