Dirk Spakowski is an experienced Managing Director currently leading Optimist Inc. since 2018. Previously, Dirk held Managing Director positions at BBDO Germany from 2006 to 2017, Springer & Jacoby from 2004 to 2006, and BBDO Consulting from 2000 to 2004. Dirk began a career at GREY Germany as an Account Manager from 1996 to 2000. Dirk earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Stockholm University and completed studies at Ruhr University Bochum from 1991 to 1996.