A man's job

Christian Arnezeder appointed Managing Director Central Europe at Harley-Davidson

• Arnezeder's new area of responsibility covers six countries
• Born in Salzburg, he is a passionate motorcyclist.

(Neu-Isenburg, February 27, 2018) One job, six countries – that takes a man like Christian Arnezeder. Not only does the Salzburg native ride a Harley-Davidson, he has also been working for the US company since 1999. After initially serving as managing director responsible for the German and Austrian markets, Switzerland was added to his portfolio in 2008. Now, the Managing Director of Regional Operations is becoming Managing Director of Central Europe, as Arnezeder's responsibilities now also extend to Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

In his new role, the graduate engineer, business technician, and doctor of technical sciences will manage and oversee all Harley-Davidson's operational activities in the six countries from Neu-Isenburg, Germany. He works on the overall direction and strategic initiatives of the company, is responsible for and evaluates procedures and systems in the individual countries, and implements changes as necessary. The 54-year-old reports to Marc McAllister, Harley-Davidson Vice President and Managing Director International Markets.
„The Doc,“ as his colleagues call him, spends what little free time he has with his family as often as possible. His two „children“ – son Florian, born in 1989, and daughter Carolina, born in 1991 – are his pride and joy. He keeps fit by jogging and shares a love of Italy with his wife Daniela. And, of course, Arnezeder is a passionate motorcyclist. He currently has a Softail Cross Bones, a Road Glide, a Softail Slim S, and a Deluxe parked in his garage. Anyone who wants to get to know the biker and manager can meet him at one of the many Harley-Davidson and H.O.G. events across the country. It's easy to strike up a conversation with him because, as befits a Harley employee, Arnezeder always has an open ear for the questions, requests, and constructive criticism of V-Twin fans.