Country Office Germany

Who we are and what we do

The German regional office of the German-Baltic Future Foundation is intensively committed to cultural, social and academic exchange between Germany, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Our common basis is the goals and values of the EU, which serve as a unifying element. We regularly organize events that bring people from different backgrounds together and promote intercultural dialogue. In addition, we work closely with the German-Baltic Youth Exchange Network (GBYEN), which links German and Baltic organizations and institutions. If you are interested in working together or if we can support you with networking in the Baltic States, we look forward to hearing from you!

Linus Kühl

Head

My name is Linus and I am delighted that you are interested in the German-Baltic Future Foundation! My focus on international logistics management and my academic background in corporate performance management have shown me the importance of good intra-European cooperation and networking. In addition to my research focus on Supply Chain Resilience & Big Data, I am also a certified auditor for management systems. I am very pleased to be able to contribute to better intra-European networking in this way!

l.kuehl.dbjw@deutsch-balten.de

Tim Christophers

Expert intl. Cooperations

Hi, my name is Tim Christophers, I studied Political Science & Economics, Slavic and Conflict Studies in Oldenburg and Osnabrück. I am currently working in Berlin and my personal interest is focusing on the post-Soviet space and the changing security structure for EU and NATO in Eastern Europe.

Lea Schalla

Deputy Head

Hi, my name is Lea, I am 21 years old, and I study law with a focus on international public and European law. I am passionate about international cooperation and intercultural exchange, which is why I am excited to be part of the German Country Office. Through my work, I look forward to contributing to meaningful projects that strengthen the ties between Germany and the Baltic States and foster dialogue across borders.

l.schalla.dbjw@deutsch-balten.de

Vincent Tadday

Political Affairs Expert

Hi, I'm Vincent. I work at the intersection of trade, technology, and security policy, with a particular focus on transatlantic cooperation and Europe’s role in international relations. I’m especially interested in how states and institutions respond to geopolitical and technological change—particularly in the areas of policy development, strategic alignment, and regulation. I’ve gained professional experience at the Aspen Institute Germany as well as in public and private sector institutions in Berlin and Brussels.

Emil Oldekop

Associate

Hey, I am Emil. A young, engaged student passionate about political and cultural exchange as part of a strong Europe. Originally from Berlin, I have experienced this exchange first handedly living in Canada and Denmark before moving to Dublin where I now study Astrophysics. I believe, that European connection and cooperation are one of the most fundamentally important values to keep Europe secure and peaceful. Therefore, I am grateful to have a chance to contribute to said values through my work with the DBJW and move Europe forward.

e.oldekop.dbjw@deutsch-balten.de

Maximilian Behrens

Political Affairs Expert

I am a law student and student assistant at Bucerius Law School in Hamburg and have been with the German-Baltic Future Foundation since 2024. I also head the Hamburg chapter and Team Politics of the Young Founders Network, and am a member of the European Youth Parliament (EYP) and Edunovo. In addition, I am politically active in my party, the Christian Democratic Union, including as a member of a state committee for foreign, European, security and development policy.

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