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30 Years of Providing Tech Companies with a
30 Years of Providing Tech Companies with
Public Voice
a Public Voice
Join us as we dive into the 30-year success story of our owner-managed B2B PR agency.
Our Story
1990
The Journey Begins
In spring 1990, Stephan and Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele make a game-changing decision: They team up professionally and found a small advertising and marketing agency in Munich.
In spring 1990, Stephan and Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele make a game-changing decision: They team up professionally and found a small advertising and marketing agency in Munich.
1994
How to Keep Your Order Situation at Top Level
Between 1994 and 1998, Stephan and Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele specialize in direct marketing. In the course of these years, they develop new and effective customer acquisition strategies for numerous companies and self-employed professionals.
How to Keep Your Order Situation at Top Level
1999
The Starting Gun for Tech PR in Munich Has Been Fired
In 1999, Stephan and Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele launch their PR and press relations business in Munich metropolitan area operating under the name Pressebüro Gebhardt-Seele – the cornerstone of today’s ABOPR Pressedienst.
In 1999, Stephan and Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele launch their PR and press relations business in Munich metropolitan area operating under the name Pressebüro Gebhardt-Seele – the cornerstone of today’s ABOPR Pressedienst.
2007
The First Bloom
By 2007, about eight years into the Tech PR game, the agency has already grown to a workforce of 10 PR specialists. Stephan and Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele expand their business operations across Germany.
The First Bloom
2008
Into the Heart of Munich
As Pressebüro Gebhardt-Seele is growing quickly, the agency moves into larger office premises in Munich-Neuhausen in 2008.
As Pressebüro Gebhardt-Seele is growing quickly, the agency moves into larger office premises in Munich-Neuhausen in 2008.
2014
A Whole New Chapter Begins
By 2014, the agency employs 20 PR specialists. To keep ahead of the rapidly changing marketing and PR world, Pressebüro Gebhardt-Seele is rebranded as ABOPR Pressedienst B.V. – still being a German company with its domicile and commercial register entry in Munich.
A Whole New Chapter Begins
2017
The World is Our Home
In 2017, ABOPR Pressedienst expands their portfolio: As of now, we are including media planning and international press relations into our services.
In 2017, ABOPR Pressedienst expands their portfolio: As of now, we are including media planning and international press relations into our services.
2021
The Year of Change
2021 brings a breath of fresh air for the agency and its clients alike – literally.
The Year of Change
Once the team has settled in the new location, the next change waits just around the corner. To meet the rising demands in terms of online marketing, ABOPR Pressedienst further expands their expertise: Now, we also offer website texts, blog posts and social media services.
Our Team
Managing Director & Quality Manager
Stephan Gebhardt-Seele
Managing Director & Quality Manager
Stephan Gebhardt-Seele
With over 30 years of marketing experience, Stephan is the beating heart of the agency and always has a sympathetic ear for everyone. His musical nature helps him smooth out off-key notes and keep the operational business in harmony.
Head of Sales
Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele
Head of Sales
Beatrix Gebhardt-Seele
Beatrix knows the agency business like the back of her hand. True to Master Yoda’s motto “Do. Or do not. There is no try.” she secures exciting new missions for our team. Her strength she draws not from the Force, but rather from a good book and abstract painting.
Head of Content
Nicki Teumer
Head of Content
Nicki Teumer
Our creative mind Nicki is in charge of all content matters. He has an unparalleled flair for exciting stories, which he brings to life both in words and visually. It’s his creative drive that he also expresses at the drawing tablet.
Head of Media Relations
Andrea Schütz
Head of Media Relations
Andrea Schütz
Andrea keeps a hot line to media representatives and makes sure that the press releases get featured in relevant target media. And when she’s not busy answering inquiries, she loves to hop on a horse and explore the idyllic nature of Bavaria’s Chiemgau region.
PR Manager
Elena Buzdugan
PR Manager
Elena Buzdugan
Our linguistic genius Elena implements creative PR campaigns both in the German-speaking market and internationally. Her outgoing nature and communication skills are also what drive her to explore the world and get to know different cultures.
Media Relations Manager
Sophie Kesy
Media Relations Manager
Sophie Kesy
Part of the agency for almost 10 years, Sophie knows how to strike the right chord with press representatives. When she’s not plotting media strategies, Sophie loves spending time with her two children and bringing the church walls to life with her organ music.