Founder Profile
Carl von Thieme
Last reviewed: September 2026 · By Swet Parvadiya
Who is Carl von Thieme?
Carl von Thieme is a founder of Allianz SE, which was founded in 1890 with Wilhelm von Finck.
- Company founded
- Allianz SE
- Founded
- 1890
- Co-founders
- Wilhelm von Finck
Background
Director of the Munich Reinsurance Company (Munich Re).
Founding Story
Carl von Thieme (1844-1924) co-founded Allianz in 1890. Already the successful head of Munich Re, he recognized that Germany lacked a direct primary insurer capable of competing with British firms. He served as the company's General Director for its first 14 years, expanding its operations internationally, including opening a London office in 1893 to underwrite global maritime trade.