Profile
Thomas Konietzko (GER) was elected in 2026 to the IWGA Executive Committee during the EGM held on 4 October 2026.
Sports Administration
- Since 2021 Paddle Worldwide President (reelected in 2024 until 2028)
- 2016–2021 Board member of the International Canoe Federation (now called Paddle Worldwide)
- 2011–2016 President of the German Canoe Federation
- Since 2011 Honorary President County Sports Federation
- 2010–2021 Vice-President of the German Canoe Federation
- Since 2009 Member of the IOC Revenues & Commercial Partnerships Commission
Sports Career
- Canoe coach of Olympic champion Christian Gille (canoe sprint)