Frank Tenbrock — CEO
Technology is an enabler. Leadership is the driver. Collaboration is the glue. Over the past two decades, I’ve had the privilege to work at the crossroads of business, technology, and innovation. My path has taken me through Finance, IT, Corporate Strategy, the CEO Office, and various digital leadership roles - each step teaching me something new about change, resilience, and the power of teams. A turning point came in 2020, when we created Henkel dx, our dedicated digital unit. Building this from the ground up was more than a project - it was a commitment to scale digital transformation, connect technology with real business impact, and spark new ways of working. In 2025, I was honored to be appointed Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO). Leading at a time when digitalization, AI, and data-driven innovation are reshaping industries motivates me to seize opportunities, unlock the potential of new technologies, and lead this transformation with our teams and partners worldwide. My leadership philosophy is simple: technology unleashes potential, leadership inspires people, and collaboration creates growth. At Henkel, I am committed to fostering a culture of trust and innovation - where people feel empowered to shape the future, and where digital solutions deliver true, lasting value.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a digital transformation leader in the FMCG sector.
Location: Cologne, Germany
Experience: 23 yrs 9 mos
Career Highlights
- Led the creation of Henkel dx for digital transformation.
- Appointed Chief Digital & Information Officer in 2025.
- Fostered a culture of trust and innovation at Henkel.
Work Experience
Henkel
Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) (7 mos)
Acting Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) (7 mos)
Corp. VP Head of Digital Transformation and Commercials Henkel dx (5 yrs 7 mos)
Corp. VP Head of Group Strategy, Financial Analysis & CEO Office (1 yr 6 mos)
Corp. VP Integrated Business Solutions (IBS) / Head of Process Management & Key Account Management (3 yrs 9 mos)
Corporate Director - Global Head of Process Management Financial Operations (1 yr 2 mos)
Director Controlling - Beauty Care Division (1 yr 5 mos)
Senior Manager Controlling - Beauty Care Division Europe (2 yrs 9 mos)
Manager Corporate Internal Audit / North America (2 yrs 5 mos)
Auditor - Corporate Internal Audit - Marketing, Purchasing & Sales (2 yrs 1 mo)
SEB Bank AG
Banker (2 yrs 5 mos)
Education
Executive Management Training at Harvard Business School
CIA - Certfied Internal Auditor at DIIR - Deutsches Institut für Interne Revision e. V.
Diploma /MBA at University of Münster