Bernd Mayer was born in 1956 in Düsseldorf, where he also lives today.

Training and university education:

Bernd Mayer completed a craftsman apprenticeship and then went on to study mechanical engineering, education and history at university.

Professional background:

1984-87: Trainer and training consultant Ruhrkohle AG

1987-95: Consultant in the field of learning systems for automation technology at FESTO DIDACTIC for consulting companies in development cooperation

1996-today: Trainer and consultant in the field of development cooperation focusing on Indonesia, Egypt, Uganda and Vietnam

Since November 2007: Consultant, project manager and trainer for the promotion of technical subjects at general education schools

Since 2005: Voluntary position as chairman of the managing committee of TANZMOTO e.V.