Tim Ackermann is a seasoned and passionate HR and Talent Acquisition expert with over 20 years of experience in various industries and global regions at companies such as Deutsche Bank, Microsoft, Swarovski and Zalando. Recently Tim joined Lidl, one of the world's largest grocery retailers, as Global Head of Talent Acquisition & Experience to create a unique and frictionless experience for future and existing employees. Outside the corporate world, Tim taught HR Management at the International School of Management, in Munich. Tim is a founding member and vice chairman of Queb e.V. the (German) Association for Quality Employer Branding and actively engaged in the harmonization of the European higher education with fibaa e.V.