Tanja Waldeck

Geschäftsführer bei Burda Forward

Dr. Tanja zu Waldeck is a prominent figure in the digital media industry with extensive experience in leadership roles at BurdaForward. Here are key details about her career:

Professional Background

Dr. Tanja zu Waldeck began her career as a consultant at McKinsey, where she worked for 6 years in the consumer goods, pharmaceutical, and healthcare sectors.1 In 2007, while expecting her first child, she co-founded NetMoms, an online portal for mothers that became one of Germany's largest parenting websites.1

Career at Burda

In 2012, zu Waldeck sold NetMoms to TOMORROW FOCUS AG (now part of Burda).1 5 This marked the beginning of her journey with Burda:

She joined the management of FOCUS Online Group GmbH (now BurdaForward).1
In 2016, she became part of the executive management at BurdaForward Advertising GmbH.1 5
In June 2017, she assumed the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) at BurdaForward GmbH.1 5
At the end of 2023, she was appointed CEO of BurdaForward.2 3

Recent Developments

In May 2024, it was announced that Dr. zu Waldeck would be leaving BurdaForward:

She will depart from BurdaForward at the end of July 2024.2 3
On October 1, 2024, she will join the Swiss media company TX Group as Group COO, overseeing the media business and group functions such as HR and finance.2 3 4

Other Roles

In April 2023, Dr. zu Waldeck was elected to the Board of Directors of the Goldbach Group, bringing her expertise in digital media to the organization.5

Personal Life

Dr. Tanja zu Waldeck is a mother of four children.1

Her career trajectory showcases her entrepreneurial spirit, digital expertise, and leadership skills in the evolving landscape of digital publishing and media.