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Ansgar Wagenknecht takes over as Head of Media Policy & Partnerships

MENT is welcoming a third team member. Ansgar will act as the network’s point of contact for matters relating to medienpol and will also represent MENT externally.

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MENT, 2026

We welcome a new face to the MENT team! 🎉

Ansgar Wagenknecht is taking over as Head of Media Policy and Partnerships at MENT.

Ansgar studied Communication and Political Science, as well as Political Communication. After completing his Master’s degree, he coordinated projects and networks at the North Rhine-Westphalia Consumer Advice Centre and the West German Chamber of Skilled Trades.

As a native of Thuringia, he is looking forward to strengthening collaboration within the state’s diverse and vibrant media landscape. Representing MENT’s interests in state politics and the business community will also be one of his key responsibilities.

If you have any questions or ideas, you can contact Ansgar at ansgar.wagenknecht@medien-thueringen.de – or speak to him directly at our next event.