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En 2021, Allianz a officiellement entamé son partenariat mondial de huit ans avec les mouvements olympiques et paralympiques.
Nous sommes fiers de soutenir les Mouvements et célébrons d’être l'un des TOP Partners. Le pouvoir du sport nous rassemble autour d’une passion commune ; il connecte notre communauté d'employés du monde entier, y compris des experts collaboratifs et des athlètes, para-athlètes et professionnels du sport talentueux qui ont rejoint notre entreprise.
Nous sommes actuellement pleins d’enthousiasme et préparons les prochains Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques de Paris 2024.
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Djamal Hamache – Paralympic Wheelchair Basketball Player
“Don’t give up on your dreams.”
Djamal proudly represented the Algerian national wheelchair basketball team as team captain at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games – a memorable highlight to finish his career in sports.
Click to read more about Djamal’s job at Allianz, his experience in combining sports and work, and his number one career advice.
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At Allianz
Today, Djamal works as a product manager for personal insurance at Allianz France, using agile working methods to define solutions. He appreciates Allianz for its values, social commitments and ability to innovate and adapt to tomorrow's needs.
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Sports & work
During his competitive years, Allianz gave him extra time off to prepare for major events like the Paralympic Games. Even as a retired Para athlete, he still stays active. He thinks it’s important for people to choose a physical activity that they enjoy, and make it a priority – but be patient in making progress.
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Djamal’s career advice
Djamal is determined about the goals he sets for himself, and doesn’t let obstacles stand in his way. So, what career advice does he have for others? “Like in sports, you should never hesitate to take risks, face challenges and avoid settling for your comfort zone. Don’t give up on your dreams.”
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Ian Philip Seidenfeld U.S. Paralympian – Para Table Tennis
"Take a moment to breathe before the chaos of a stressful situation begins”
Ian's triumph in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games was particularly meaningful to him as his father had been his coach throughout his journey to win the gold medal.
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At Allianz
Ian joined Allianz Life in the US after studying finance at his university. He already had experience with Allianz, mentoring a group of Allianz employees as part of the Allianz Buddy Program. As an Internal Sales Consultant, he now works with colleagues from the sales organization, ensuring they have the latest product knowledge and sharing innovative sales strategies. Additionally, he collaborates with the team at Allianz Life that manages the Olympic and Paralympic Partnership locally, where he provides insights from his experiences as a Para athlete.
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Ian's Advice for a healthy work-life-balance
Ian continues playing table tennis at a high-performance level as he can balance work and sports. He makes it a daily routine to play table tennis right after his workday at Allianz. "Allianz promotes a good work-life balance with a clear separation of time, allowing me to focus on work during work hours and my personal needs outside of work," he says.
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Ian's career advice
Ian finds it important to challenge himself as much as possible at work but ensures that he doesn't carry any negative emotions beyond the workplace, much like his mindset in sporting competitions. His career advice is: "Enjoy the process".
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Gündem Emine Intepe – Para fencer and swimmer
“Prioritize self-discovery to understand your aims and goals.”
Gündem is the first female Para athlete who swam across the Bosphorus. Next to swimming, she also competes in the Turkish national team of wheelchair fencers. She believes true loss occurs when one fails to learn from mistakes rather than simply experiencing defeat.
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At Allianz
At Allianz Türkiye, Gündem is an HR Data Analytics and Processes Specialist. She analyzes HR data and optimizes processes to support the company's human resource functions. "Allianz offers me many opportunities to improve my skills and capabilities with courses and training programs, so I can develop towards a better version of myself tomorrow."
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Her take on sports & work
Gündem successfully balances by maintaining a training regimen outside of working hours. She aspires to become a world champion as her ultimate objective. Gündem emphasizes the importance of self-care, sharing that she incorporates meditation and music into her daily practice. “I appreciate that Allianz promotes mental well-being, for example by regularly organizing workshops”, she adds. When encouraging others to embrace new challenges, Gündem advises: "Push your limits and unlock your potential."
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Gündem's career advice
“Prioritize self-discovery to understand your aims and goals. Gaining an understanding of what really matters to you can ease the process of choosing a fulfilling career path and a happier life. The key is not just working hard, but working efficiently and engaging in comprehensive self- analysis.”
« Faire face à de nouvelles situations » avec Georg Kreiter, paralympien
Georg Kreiter est un ancien monoskieur paralympique qui travaille désormais comme graphiste pour Allianz en Allemagne. Il évoque les difficultés qu'il a rencontrées après son accident et comment il a pu se recentrer à deux reprises : devenir un para-athlète à succès et faire la transition vers une carrière chez Allianz.
« Un sentiment de bien-être spirituel est tout simplement plus important que les choses matérielles. » - Georg Kreiter
« Gagner en confiance » avec Lobke Berkhout
Lobke Berkhout, navigatrice olympique néerlandaise à la retraite et ambassadrice de la marque Allianz Benelux, partage avec nous son histoire de réussite. Malgré la grande déception de ne pas remporter de médaille d’or olympique, ce qui a toujours été son objectif, Lobke n’a jamais perdu confiance.
« La préparation est la clé d'une bonne performance.» -Lobke Berkhout
« Se préparer aux défis mentaux » avec Anja Habermacher, athlète de compétition
« Se préparer aux défis mentaux » avec Anja Habermacher, athlète de compétition
Anja Habermacher, danseuse de compétition et business analyste chez Allianz Trade, explique comment se préparer mentalement aux défis. Elle discute de ses techniques de gestion du stress, qui lui permettent d'équilibrer sa carrière sportive et professionnelle.
« Je gagne en confiance en connaissant les raisons profondes pour lesquelles je fais les choses, car cela facilite les décisions.» -Anja Habermacher
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"Facing challenges and navigating one's way through builds resilience. Knowing that one can overcome obstacles lays a solid foundation for success in later life."
Diana Seibold, Functional People Engagement Lead, Allianz SE
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"It is interesting to learn about our buddy’s way of defining goals, setting targets and dealing with setbacks - it is helpful for my work at Allianz and my passion for cycling."
Marc van den Hoonaard, Global Business Development Manager, Allianz Partners
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"Success involves facing challenges and setbacks, but it´s essential to stay focused on the goal and enjoy the process.”
Tanja Boog, Senior Employer Branding Manager, Allianz Suisse
