Former executive of Hamburg's Fördern & Wohnen receives €453,000 payout

Dr. Kathrin Sommer, the former managing director of the Hamburg-based organization Fördern & Wohnen, received a total of €453,000 for a tenure lasting less than five months. Her term as managing director ran from January 1 to May 23, 2025.

The high payout has raised questions regarding the personnel policies of the City of Hamburg. This incident follows recent leadership changes at other municipal entities, including Hochbahn, HVV, and Hamburg Wasser.