Marianne Thieme

About Marianne Thieme

When Marianne Thieme sets her mind to something, it will happen. In October 2002, she co-founded the Party for the Animals with four others—the first political party in the world to place the planet and all its inhabitants, human and animal, at the centre of its agenda. For seventeen years, Marianne served as the political leader of what has grown into a highly successful new political movement. With tens of thousands of members and over 100 representatives in various bodies—from water authorities to the European Parliament—Marianne has unparalleled experience in leading a mid-sized, ideals-driven organisation. Additionally, with twenty sister parties worldwide, which she has supported with advice and guidance, Marianne knows what it takes to lead an international movement.

When speaking about the ecological crisis and offering her audience practical suggestions on how to make our world a better place for people, animals, and nature, Marianne is at her best. Her talks are always grounded in facts, delivered with passion, concrete examples, and engaging anecdotes, showcasing her analytical sharpness and sense of humour.

For a compelling speech on sustainability, an inspiring talk on idealism, or a skilled chairperson who knows her subject and can bring out the best in other speakers, Marianne Thieme is the perfect choice. Thirteen years in politics has made Marianne not only a driven, passionate, experienced speaker, but also a fantastic moderator and interviewer, who has displayed her skills in this field in no fewer than five internationally award-winning documentaries, hundreds of television and radio appearances and chairmanships of roundtables and hearings. If you’re seeking guidance on how to prepare existing organisations for a sustainable future—making them resilient and ready to adapt in areas such as management, recruitment, supply chains, information, data, and knowledge—Marianne is the expert to turn to. She helps organisations transform into a force for good, fully equipped to thrive in a sustainable future.

Marianne Thieme saw her relentless activism awarded an honorary doctorate in law from Andrews University in the United States in May 2019, for her great achievements in the development of law and the global struggle for sustainability and animal rights. Since Jan. 1, 2022, Marianne has also served as director of the scientific office the Nicholas G. Pierson Foundation.