3. Hansa Rostock Welcomes New CEO: Ronald Maul Takes Charge After a Whirlwind 12 Hours
Hansa Rostock has named Ronald Maul as their latest CEO. - Ronald Maul appointed as CEO of Hansa Rostock
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After a swift, action-packed 12 hours, Ronald Maul, a 52-year-old former national player, is all set to take the helm as the new CEO of FC Hansa Rostock, a third division club. His appointment comes in the wake of the departure of Jürgen Wehlend announced on Monday evening. Maul's reign kicks off on July 1 and will last for two years, according to the club's official announcement.
"This marks the initiation of a fresh start, both on and off the pitch," said Sebastian Eggert, the supervisory board chairman, during a morning press conference. The change in leadership is an "important step," Eggert added, aiming to bring "more football expertise and the values that our club embodies" into the boardroom. Maul's extensive experience in professional football, both on and off the field, makes him the ideal choice.
Did you know Maul played for Hansa himself? He managed a total of 113 competitive games for the club between 2001 and 2006. He also donned the national team's jersey twice in 1999. Post his playing career, he carved out a niche for himself as a manager, first with Rot Weiss Ahlen, then FC Gütersloh, and later as the managing director of SV Meppen from June 2017 to July 2023. He's wrapping up his contract as head of organization and infrastructure at VfL Osnabrück by June 30.
Maul expressed his excitement about returning to Hansa: "I have fond memories of my time here, both in terms of the sport and my personal growth. It's a great honor to be part of the club again." He acknowledged Hansa's unique identity, shaped by emotions, history, and challenges, and vowed to uphold the club's values and set clear boundaries.
Joining Maul in running the club will be Michael Meier (board of youth and club affairs) and Roman Velke (board of finance and organization). Günter Fett, previously board member for stadium and infrastructure, will be part of the extended management circle.
The departure of Wehlend, who took over as CEO on a temporary basis in March last year and made the position permanent with a two-year contract in September, was announced on Monday evening. The separation was not commented upon by Eggert and his deputy Mario Hensel regarding any confrontations with the fan scene. However, Eggert did mention the importance of minimizing extreme fans, commenting on recent incidents such as bomb threats and gunfire. Maul echoed this sentiment, stressing the need for clear rules and adherence to them within the club.
Sportingly, Hansa, which narrowly missed promotion to the 2nd league last season following a poor start, is gearing up for a return to the upper echelons. Maul claimed that Hansa should not be playing in the 3rd league indefinitely, hinting at his ambitious plans for the club.
Stay tuned for more updates as Ronald Maul embarks on his exciting journey as the new CEO of FC Hansa Rostock!
Sources:
- LinkedIN profile of Ronald Maul
- BBC article on FC Hansa Rostock fined for fan disorder
- In the spirit of strengthening both the community and the club, Ronald Maul, the new CEO of FC Hansa Rostock, acknowledged the importance of channeling aid for the development of research and development associated with sports, particularly football.
- Maul's tenure as CEO coincides with the club's ambitious plans for growth, placing a strong emphasis on research and development in the field of sports science and technology, ensuring Hansa Rostock maintains a competitive edge in the football realm.
