Mourning the demise of Christian Hierer in the branch community

Tribute to Christian Hierer: A Life Dedicated to the IT Industry

Christian Hierer, a prominent figure in the IT industry, passed away on August 13, 2025, at the age of 36. Over the course of his career, he held various positions at several renowned companies, including Siemens, Adobe, TeamViewer, CLP, and most recently, SoftwareOne (formerly known as Crayon).

Hierer's journey began in 2005, when he graduated from an economics school in Munich. He started his apprenticeship as a specialist in system integration at Siemens, gaining valuable experience in the field. His dedication and hard work did not go unnoticed, and he went on to work as a consultant at the Munich system house CLP from 2010 to 2012.

In 2012, Hierer joined Adobe as a partner account manager, a position he held for almost seven years. During this time, he managed three of the most important distributors for the software manufacturer. In 2017, he was promoted to the role of Partner Account Executive EMEA at Adobe. His tenure at Adobe was marked by his commitment and contributions to the company.

In 2019, Hierer took a brief detour from Adobe, working as a channel account manager at TeamViewer. However, his journey back to Adobe was short-lived, as he returned to the company in 2021, this time as a business development manager at IT service provider Crayon (now: SoftwareOne).

Throughout his illness, which was severe and caused him great suffering, Hierer remained open about his condition on social media. His courage and resilience in the face of adversity inspired many in the industry.

The IT industry showed its best side in response to Hierer's passing, launching a fundraising campaign to support his bereaved wife and two young children. The outpouring of support from colleagues, friends, and strangers alike is a testament to the impact Hierer had on those around him.

The name of Hierer's wife remains undisclosed in the search results. However, it is clear that he leaves behind a legacy of dedication, courage, and a profound impact on the IT industry. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him and in the industry he served so faithfully.