CHAIR
Dr. Mohammed Al-Fakhri
A doctoral-level economist, Dr. Al-Fakhri is a distinguished economic and financial advisor. He looks back on a long and hands-on international career, gaining extensive experience across government institutions, non-governmental organisations, international bodies and civil society in both Germany and the Middle East.
He is marked by deep institutional expertise and an excellent, resilient network within the core financial and economic ecosystems of Iraq and Germany. Held in the highest regard among experts in both countries, he serves as a driving force at bilateral economic forums and symposia. He is also firmly established in the media as an accomplished analyst and authority on economic affairs — notably through his regular expert contributions on Iraqi television and at Deutsche Welle (DW).
VICE-CHAIR
Nora Schulte-Beckhausen
Nora Schulte Beckhausen brings extensive experience in strategic sales, digital transformation, and building sustainable customer relationships to the association. In her current role as Account Manager for Financial Services & Insurance at T-Systems International, she is responsible for supporting and developing clients in the financial and insurance sectors and assists companies with their digital transformation.
As Vice Chair of DIFZ e.V., she supports the association with her expertise in networking, strategic partnerships, and economic positioning. With her keen sense for communication, innovation, and sustainable development, she provides important impetus for the association’s future and strengthens its presence in the social and economic spheres.
TREASURER
Philipp Schulte-Beckhausen
Philipp Michael Schulte-Beckhausen is a native of Bonn. Growing up in the international environment of the former German capital, with early exposure to the diplomatic community, he gained wide-ranging insights into different cultures from a young age — experiences that lastingly shaped his interest in international cooperation and intercultural exchange.
Over the course of his career, he built extensive experience in finance and controlling, particularly with international companies such as DHL and GKN Automotive. His focus there lay on structured cost management, project controlling and the steering of complex financial processes.
He brings this professional and intercultural experience to his role as Treasurer, in which he conscientiously oversees the association’s financial affairs.
