Lahnstein's economy receives a boost with Anja Kriete's promotion as economic advocate.
In the picturesque town of Lahnstein, Germany, Anja Kriete has taken the reins as the new Economic Development Officer. With over two decades of experience under her belt, Kriete is poised to bring fresh ideas and a comprehensive approach to stimulating economic growth in the region.
Based in the Central Services, Finance department, Kriete's responsibilities include managing commercial real estate and identifying suitable plots for businesses. She will serve as the point of contact and project leader for business and investor concerns, with a particular focus on developing retail to position Lahnstein as an attractive location.
Kriete's strategic vision for Lahnstein is clear. She aims to create a dynamic and forward-looking economy by incorporating current trend topics such as co-working, smart cities, and third places. Her initiatives can be summarised around three key areas: innovation promotion, retail development, and smart city initiatives.
Innovation Promotion: Kriete plans to foster an innovation-friendly environment in Lahnstein. This includes supporting startups and local entrepreneurs through incubator programs, facilitating partnerships between technology firms and local businesses, and encouraging research and development activities that can revitalise the region’s economic landscape.
Retail Development: Understanding the importance of a vibrant retail sector for Lahnstein’s economy, Kriete will champion initiatives to modernise retail infrastructure. Efforts will include improving commercial spaces, promoting local products, and integrating digital technologies to enhance the shopping experience, helping brick-and-mortar stores compete effectively with online retailers.
Smart City Initiatives: Kriete is a proponent of implementing smart city technologies to improve urban living and economic efficiency. This encompasses deploying digital solutions for energy management, enhancing public services through IT infrastructure upgrades, and promoting sustainable mobility options. Such measures aim to make Lahnstein more attractive for businesses and residents alike, ensuring long-term economic vitality.
Mayor Lennart Siefert has welcomed Kriete to the town hall, expressing his confidence in her ability to drive economic growth in Lahnstein. As Kriete embarks on her first steps, she will focus on building a network with local businesses and analysing their needs.
Meanwhile, Mira Bind continues her role as the contact person for press and public relations in the City Administration of Lahnstein. The email address for press and public relations is [email protected], and the phone number is 02621 914-135 (for general enquiries, the fax number is 02621 914-330).
Despite not having a role in securing skilled labor or economic networking, Bind plays a vital role in communicating the town's progress and initiatives to the public. With Kriete at the helm of economic development, Lahnstein is poised to become a progressive and resilient city in the region.
Economic and social policy will be a key focus for Anja Kriete, as she takes on her role as Economic Development Officer in Lahnstein. In this position, she will leverage her experience in finance and business to manage commercial real estate, identify suitable plots for businesses, and serve as the point of contact for business and investor concerns.
