Katja Hermes

Katja Hermes is the Strategic Operations Lead at CityLAB Berlin, a division of Technologiestiftung Berlin.26 She plays a key role in the leadership team of CityLAB Berlin, focusing on strategic operations and services.1

Professional Background

Katja Hermes has been in her current position as Strategic Operations Lead at CityLAB Berlin since 2022.4 Prior to this role, she worked as a Consultant for cultural spaces at the City of Berlin from 2020 to 2022.4

Education

Katja Hermes attended Universität Trier from 2002 to 2007, where she earned a Diplom in Geography, Urban Planning, Economics, and Anthropology.3

Role at CityLAB Berlin

As the Strategic Operations Lead, Katja Hermes is responsible for overseeing strategic operations and outreach efforts at CityLAB Berlin.6 She is part of a diverse team that includes political scientists, designers, programmers, data analysts, and other professionals working on urban innovation projects.1

Insights

In a recent interview celebrating CityLAB Berlin's fifth anniversary, Katja Hermes shared her perspective on innovation, stating, "I have realised that innovation does not necessarily require groundbreaking technological solutions."5 This insight reflects the organization's approach to urban development and problem-solving.

Katja Hermes can be contacted via email at katja.hermes@ts.berlin for professional inquiries.6