Dirk Klingenberg (born 23 July 1969 in Duisburg) is a former professional water polo player from Germany.

The main fields of activity are strategic consulting, conception and planning for companies and brands, as well as creative event and project management.

He also works as a lecturer at a media-university in Cologne, and as a consultant of the water polo Team Germany.

After four years the contract has been terminated by mutual agreement and Dirk Klingenberg has left Exit-Sports GmbH as a partner.

Since February 2018 Klingenberg has been working as an independent consultant for sponsoring and sponsorship for various clients.