Global capital
Andras chose Northwestern because of its strong international student program, Northwestern’s academic excellence, and the recruitment support of NWC’s head wrestling coach, Rik Dahl. A native of Hungary, he says his experience at Northwestern “widened his perspective by a thousand miles.” Andras competed on the wrestling and soccer teams, participated in the International Club, and worked multiple on-campus student jobs.
Describe your current role. What are your key tasks from day to day?
I am responsible for identifying potential partners for my company and strengthening existing partnerships in North and South America. Together, we aim to develop new, life-saving medical devices, including high-end defibrillation devices, mini-AEDs, patient monitors, and many others. My key tasks include market research, problem-solving, contract negotiation, attending medical conferences and trade fairs, and professionally representing our company and its products.
What do you love most about your career?
I love traveling and working in an international environment with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. After spending half of my life in the United States, my heart was torn when I chose to return to Europe. I equally wanted to be in both Europe and the U.S., which seemed impossible until I landed my current dream role. Now I get to live in Germany while working in the Americas, mainly the United States. I have the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful cities and places on the planet for work. If it weren’t for Northwestern and a fellow German soccer player at NWC, I would have never pursued international business.
Did you land any internships while you were a Northwestern student?
Yes, I did! That internship was a key turning point, giving me the motivation and determination to pursue academic excellence in international business at Northwestern. I gained valuable insights into how an international organization operates, developed supply chain management knowledge, and honed effective intercultural communication skills.
In what ways did NWC impact your faith?
If you had asked me this question right after graduation, I wouldn’t have been able to answer, because I was overwhelmed at the time. Now I realize that my four years at Northwestern played a vital role in maintaining my faith. This faith kept me going and gave me hope even during the darkest times of my life.
How did Northwestern prepare you to lead a life of significance?
My time on the wrestling and soccer teams taught me that every conversation and interaction counts. We are going to make an impact on someone today—no matter where we are or what we do—and it is our decision whether that impact is negative or positive. It is our choice to make someone’s life better today.
