Oliver Blume
CEO, Volkswagen Group, Porsche · Germany
Oliver Blume is the CEO of Porsche (P911). Blume is based in Germany. Earlier roles include positions at Volkswagen Group. Blume was born in 1968 in Brunswick and educated at Tongji University and TU Braunschweig.
German automotive executive born in Braunschweig in 1968 with a degree in mechanical engineering from Braunschweig University of Technology. Led Porsche AG as CEO for ten years (2015-2025), overseeing record financial performance and the company's IPO, before transitioning to lead the parent Volkswagen Group.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Oliver Blume's leadership of Volkswagen Group's restructuring efforts, particularly the approval of the Future Plan 2030 strategy and associated cost-cutting measures including the elimination of 50,000 jobs and closure of four factories. The headlines also document organizational changes within the Group, including executive shuffles and the appointment of new leadership for the North American region, alongside reports of labor tensions as Blume pursues the cost reduction initiative.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- June 6, 1968 · Brunswick
- Citizenship
- Germany
- Education
- Tongji University, TU Braunschweig
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Oliver Blume: FAQ
- Who is Oliver Blume?
- Oliver Blume is the CEO, Volkswagen Group of Porsche, based in Germany.
- What company does Oliver Blume lead?
- Oliver Blume is CEO of Porsche.
- Where did Oliver Blume work previously?
- Earlier roles include Volkswagen Group (CEO).
- Where was Oliver Blume educated?
- Oliver Blume studied at Tongji University, TU Braunschweig.