2020 - heute: Focused on digital transformation

Role: Management Consultant

Tasks:

• Focused on digital transformation (and adoption of new technologies), strategic implementation, and performance improvement across a range of industries.
• Engaged in projects for BCG Digital Ventures, Deutsche Bahn, DHL Group, DNS:NET, Eurofins Group, Hubject Financial Services, and MILES Mobility.

2019 - 2020: Led the B2B digital/software ecosystem

Role: Senior Vice President ? SaaS Mobility Solutions

Customer: DHL Group / StreetScooter GmbH, manufacturer of eLCVs | Aachen

Tasks:

• Led the B2B digital/software ecosystem for 25,000 electric vehicles, managing ~40 employees and owning strategy, product, and delivery.
• Contributed to operating model design, governance, and process implementation.

2018 - 2019: Established a B2B2C software provider

Role: COO

Customer: Deutsche Bahn AG / Mobimeo GmbH, inhouse SaaS provider with reporting line into the Board of Deutsche Bahn | Berlin

Tasks:

• Established a B2B2C software provider for public transport companies delivering white-label MaaS solutions.
• Held full responsibility for product strategy, go-to-market execution, and alignment with the Board, leading ~100 employees and designing scalable processes and governance.

2014 - 2018: Founded and scaled a digital consumer car sales and auction platform

Role: Founder / Managing Director ? Digital Car Sales Platform

Tasks:

• Founded and scaled a digital consumer car sales and auction platform.
• Led strategy, product, finance, and organizational structure, raising ~EUR 20m VC, scaling revenues to ~EUR 60m, and growing the team to ~100 employees.

2014 - 2018: Built and led automotive marketplaces

Role: Founder / Global Managing Director ? Automotive Marketplaces

Tasks:

• Built and led automotive marketplaces across 11 countries, establishing a cross-border operating model (centralized product/marketing in Berlin, local commercial teams in-market).
• Raised ~EUR 40m VC, scaled revenues to ~EUR 40m, leading ~700 employees.

2012 - 2014: Led strategy, product, and operations

Role: Founder & CEO ? Vertical, data-driven Pet Supply eCommerce Business

Tasks:

• Founded and scaled a high-growth eCommerce business offering pet supplies.
• Led strategy, product, and operations, including fulfillment and customer support, building a scalable operating model.
• Raised ~EUR 15m from venture capital, scaled revenues to ~EUR 25m annually, and grew the organization to ~40 employees.

2007 - 2012: Focused on performance improvement in distressed environments

Role: Management Consultant

Customer: Roland Berger GmbH | Munich / Amsterdam / Paris

Tasks:

• Led national and international engagements with teams of up to 3 consultants.
• Focused on performance improvement in distressed environments, private equity support, M&A, PMI, and due diligence.
• Member of the Roland Berger Challenge Club, Roland Berger?s top 5% consultants worldwide

2006 - 2006: financial controlling, reporting, and analysis

Role: Controlling Assistant to CFO

Customer: Allianz Insurance Mgmt. Asia Pacific Pte Ltd | Singapore

Tasks:

• Supported the CFO (now CFO of Allianz SE) in financial controlling, reporting, and analysis for the Asia-Pacific region.
• Gained early exposure to corporate finance, risk management, and strategic decision-making in a multinational environment.