Thomas Hankel 



I had the great pleasure of working with Marion Englert over several years on a variety of projects in the automotive sector. Her expertise in PR and marketing is truly outstanding, especially when it comes to brand building. She brings a rare combination of strategic thinking, creativity, and deep market insight to the table. Whether managing complex international campaigns or fine-tuning targeted communications, Marion consistently delivers excellent results with lasting impact for the brand. And more than this, she has an perfect relationship to the Journalists.
On a personal level, Marion is a tremendous asset to any team. Her sharp intelligence and ability to keep the big picture in focus, while never losing sight of the important details, make her an invaluable collaborator. Her positive energy, efficiency, and solution-oriented mindset make working with her not only productive but genuinely enjoyable.
Thomas Hankel, Owner & Creative Director Torpedo Motor GmbH
Mateo Melichar Visionary Leader | Driving Innovation & Growth Across Corporate & Startup Environments 



Marion is an upbeat and lively marketing and branding professional. I enjoy meeting with Marion and talking about marketing and business. Marion possesses the creative skills and marketing expertise to navigate the challenges of the modern automotive industry. Marion has the zest to push through, persevere, and win, even when the odds are stacked against her. Having Marion part of your team will not only bring an incredible source of knowledge in organizing events and driving brand marketing, but also someone who is not afraid to roll up their sleeve, works hard, and is super humble about their accomplishments. Just strike up a chat with Marion and see for yourself! She is great
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Christian Sädtler Technology Strategy & Consulting, Guiding Digital Success 



I've had the privilege of collaborating with Marion across two different engagements, first during my time at intive where she was working for Lotus, and then for the past two years working together on e-commerce for Continental Trading Group. This extended partnership has given me deep insight into what makes Marion such an exceptional marketing and branding professional.
Marion possesses a rare ability to seamlessly blend strategic vision with hands-on execution. She doesn't just conceptualize brilliant brand strategies, she rolls up her sleeves and ensures every detail is implemented to perfection. Her expertise spans the full marketing spectrum, from PR and events to digital transformation and e-commerce, always with an unwavering focus on the customer journey.
What sets Marion apart is her genuine passion for the automotive industry, particularly motorsport, which infuses everything she does with authentic enthusiasm. Combined with her extensive network and deep understanding of both global trends and regional market nuances, she consistently delivers results that exceed expectations.
Working with Marion is both inspiring and enjoyable. She brings infectious energy to every meeting, tackles challenges with a solutions-first mindset, and maintains the perfect balance between strategic thinking and attention to detail. Her ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships while keeping projects moving forward is truly impressive.
I would enthusiastically recommend Marion for any role where brand excellence, strategic marketing leadership, and genuine industry passion are valued. Any organization would be fortunate to have her on their team.
Christian Sädtler, Technology Strategy & Consulting, Guiding Digital Success
Tony Byrne - Head of ASO Strategic Projects 



Marion Englert is a brilliant and dynamic marketing manager with a strong background in the automotive industry. I had the opportunity to work with her at Group Lotus / Lotus Cars, where she was the Global E-Commerce & Aftersales Marketing Manager. She worked on developing and implementing the global e-commerce and aftersales marketing strategy for the Lotus Aftersales as well as managing the online platforms and channels. She was always on top of the latest trends and technologies, and constantly came up with innovative and creative solutions to enhance the customer experience and satisfaction. She was also very proactive and collaborative, working closely with the other departments, the dealers, the suppliers, and the media partners. She motivated and inspired the team to deliver excellent results. Marion has a passion and expertise for motorsports, having worked in various communications and PR roles for prestigious brands and series such as Audi, SRO Motorsports Group. She has a deep understanding of the market and audience, and she leveraged her skills and network to promote and grow the Lotus brand. Marion is a rare talent in the automotive industry, and I highly recommend her for any position that requires a strategic and creative marketing manager with a passion for motorsports. She is a pleasure to work with.
Geoff Dowding - Executive Director Sales & Aftersales 



Marion Englert is an exceptional leader who consistently inspired colleagues, employees, and customers while maintaining strategic focus and involving all stakeholders in decision-making processes. Even under significant workload and evolving business conditions, she demonstrated remarkable oversight and prioritization skills, delivering above-average work quality with outstanding initiative.
She successfully unified global aftersales marketing strategies, led community marketing for major Lotus events, and managed comprehensive change initiatives across network partners and global offices. Through successful campaigns including Lotus Genuine Parts and Lotus Service initiatives, she achieved consistent 20% annual aftersales revenue growth while implementing retail marketing across the global network.
Marion Englert combines exceptional leadership skills with strong business acumen, tackling challenging assignments with determination and building dynamic teams that consistently delivered outstanding results. Her excellent communication abilities and diplomatic skills made her highly valued by employees and customers alike, leading to her nomination as Lotus Culture Ambassador in April 2022.
Chris Hinks - Global Aftersales Director 



Marion Englert has proven to be an exceptional professional, consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic, passion for the automotive industry, and outstanding problem-solving skills. Her extensive knowledge of racing cars and the automotive market enables her to provide insightful and strategic advice. Marion’s friendly demeanor and superb communication skills foster trust and collaboration, making her a valued colleague and partner. Her ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and multitask effectively has been instrumental in driving success in both marketing and aftersales initiatives. Marion is a remarkable asset to any organization.
Chayne Brand - Head Global Campaign Management 



Marion is extremely detail oriented, organized and a self-starter. Her extensive automotive experience shines through and she is able to add value at all levels of the organization and also within projects.
Optimistic and upbeat best describe Marion's attitude to work combined with a distinctive hands-on approach ensures that even during challenging times she has the ability to push through and go the extra mile.
Enrico Atanasio - Former Audi Director 



Marion's key skills are her meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail, being managing the press fleet or events. Her outgoing personality, professionalism and infectious energy were essential to developing strong media relationships and the respect and support of a loyal team within AVME.
She is passionate about motorsport and an automotive fan. She is devoted to ensuring she delivers to time and to budget. She also exceeds expectations and is open to new challenges, ways of working and to learning new skills.
Marion is a loyal, dependable team member and enjoys sharing her knowledge and developing others.
Thomas Hankel
I had the great pleasure of working with Marion Englert over several years on a variety of projects in the automotive sector. Her expertise in PR and marketing is truly outstanding, especially when it comes to brand building. She brings a rare combination of strategic thinking, creativity, and deep market insight to the table. Whether managing complex international campaigns or fine-tuning targeted communications, Marion consistently delivers excellent results with lasting impact for the brand. And more than this, she has an perfect relationship to the Journalists.
On a personal level, Marion is a tremendous asset to any team. Her sharp intelligence and ability to keep the big picture in focus, while never losing sight of the important details, make her an invaluable collaborator. Her positive energy, efficiency, and solution-oriented mindset make working with her not only productive but genuinely enjoyable.
Thomas Hankel, Owner & Creative Director Torpedo Motor GmbH
Mateo Melichar
Visionary Leader | Driving Innovation & Growth Across Corporate & Startup Environments
Marion is an upbeat and lively marketing and branding professional. I enjoy meeting with Marion and talking about marketing and business. Marion possesses the creative skills and marketing expertise to navigate the challenges of the modern automotive industry. Marion has the zest to push through, persevere, and win, even when the odds are stacked against her. Having Marion part of your team will not only bring an incredible source of knowledge in organizing events and driving brand marketing, but also someone who is not afraid to roll up their sleeve, works hard, and is super humble about their accomplishments. Just strike up a chat with Marion and see for yourself! She is great
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Christian Sädtler
Technology Strategy & Consulting, Guiding Digital Success
I've had the privilege of collaborating with Marion across two different engagements, first during my time at intive where she was working for Lotus, and then for the past two years working together on e-commerce for Continental Trading Group. This extended partnership has given me deep insight into what makes Marion such an exceptional marketing and branding professional.
Marion possesses a rare ability to seamlessly blend strategic vision with hands-on execution. She doesn't just conceptualize brilliant brand strategies, she rolls up her sleeves and ensures every detail is implemented to perfection. Her expertise spans the full marketing spectrum, from PR and events to digital transformation and e-commerce, always with an unwavering focus on the customer journey.
What sets Marion apart is her genuine passion for the automotive industry, particularly motorsport, which infuses everything she does with authentic enthusiasm. Combined with her extensive network and deep understanding of both global trends and regional market nuances, she consistently delivers results that exceed expectations.
Working with Marion is both inspiring and enjoyable. She brings infectious energy to every meeting, tackles challenges with a solutions-first mindset, and maintains the perfect balance between strategic thinking and attention to detail. Her ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships while keeping projects moving forward is truly impressive.
I would enthusiastically recommend Marion for any role where brand excellence, strategic marketing leadership, and genuine industry passion are valued. Any organization would be fortunate to have her on their team.
Christian Sädtler, Technology Strategy & Consulting, Guiding Digital Success
Tony Byrne - Head of ASO Strategic Projects
Marion Englert is a brilliant and dynamic marketing manager with a strong background in the automotive industry. I had the opportunity to work with her at Group Lotus / Lotus Cars, where she was the Global E-Commerce & Aftersales Marketing Manager. She worked on developing and implementing the global e-commerce and aftersales marketing strategy for the Lotus Aftersales as well as managing the online platforms and channels. She was always on top of the latest trends and technologies, and constantly came up with innovative and creative solutions to enhance the customer experience and satisfaction. She was also very proactive and collaborative, working closely with the other departments, the dealers, the suppliers, and the media partners. She motivated and inspired the team to deliver excellent results. Marion has a passion and expertise for motorsports, having worked in various communications and PR roles for prestigious brands and series such as Audi, SRO Motorsports Group. She has a deep understanding of the market and audience, and she leveraged her skills and network to promote and grow the Lotus brand. Marion is a rare talent in the automotive industry, and I highly recommend her for any position that requires a strategic and creative marketing manager with a passion for motorsports. She is a pleasure to work with.
Geoff Dowding - Executive Director Sales & Aftersales
Marion Englert is an exceptional leader who consistently inspired colleagues, employees, and customers while maintaining strategic focus and involving all stakeholders in decision-making processes. Even under significant workload and evolving business conditions, she demonstrated remarkable oversight and prioritization skills, delivering above-average work quality with outstanding initiative.
She successfully unified global aftersales marketing strategies, led community marketing for major Lotus events, and managed comprehensive change initiatives across network partners and global offices. Through successful campaigns including Lotus Genuine Parts and Lotus Service initiatives, she achieved consistent 20% annual aftersales revenue growth while implementing retail marketing across the global network.
Marion Englert combines exceptional leadership skills with strong business acumen, tackling challenging assignments with determination and building dynamic teams that consistently delivered outstanding results. Her excellent communication abilities and diplomatic skills made her highly valued by employees and customers alike, leading to her nomination as Lotus Culture Ambassador in April 2022.
Chris Hinks - Global Aftersales Director
Marion Englert has proven to be an exceptional professional, consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic, passion for the automotive industry, and outstanding problem-solving skills. Her extensive knowledge of racing cars and the automotive market enables her to provide insightful and strategic advice. Marion’s friendly demeanor and superb communication skills foster trust and collaboration, making her a valued colleague and partner. Her ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and multitask effectively has been instrumental in driving success in both marketing and aftersales initiatives. Marion is a remarkable asset to any organization.
Chayne Brand - Head Global Campaign Management
Marion is extremely detail oriented, organized and a self-starter. Her extensive automotive experience shines through and she is able to add value at all levels of the organization and also within projects.
Optimistic and upbeat best describe Marion's attitude to work combined with a distinctive hands-on approach ensures that even during challenging times she has the ability to push through and go the extra mile.
Enrico Atanasio - Former Audi Director
Marion's key skills are her meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail, being managing the press fleet or events. Her outgoing personality, professionalism and infectious energy were essential to developing strong media relationships and the respect and support of a loyal team within AVME.
She is passionate about motorsport and an automotive fan. She is devoted to ensuring she delivers to time and to budget. She also exceeds expectations and is open to new challenges, ways of working and to learning new skills.
Marion is a loyal, dependable team member and enjoys sharing her knowledge and developing others.
