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Analytical & structured
Understanding complex relationships and focusing on what matters.
ABOUT ME
Understanding technology.
Recognising connections.
Creating solutions.
I hold a German Diplom in Industrial Engineering (FH) and a master craftsman qualification in automotive technology, with many years of experience at the intersection of technology, processes and people.
Growing up in an entrepreneurial automotive environment, I learned early on to combine technical quality, customer focus and commercial responsibility.
My career combines practical technical expertise with analytical thinking, business understanding and entrepreneurial experience. This enables me to identify and assess complex technical and organisational relationships and turn them into workable solutions.
I take a holistic approach to challenges: from technical analysis and efficient processes to successful implementation with people and organisations.
My aim is to develop solutions that are technically sound, commercially viable and deliver lasting results in practice.
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People-focused
Communication, leadership and collaboration on equal terms are the keys to success.
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Process-focused
Increasing efficiency, ensuring quality and embedding continuous improvement for the long term.
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Digital & forward-looking
Applying and connecting digital technologies to drive innovation with purpose.
CAREER PATH
From skilled trade to a holistic business and technology perspective
1989 – 2000
Technical foundations & master craftsman qualification
Raised in an entrepreneurial automotive environment encompassing a master craftsman workshop, a taxi business and a Mercedes spare parts business.
An early connection between technology, customer focus and entrepreneurial responsibility.
Vocational training as an automotive mechanic, followed by qualification as a master craftsman in automotive technology.
2000 – 2003
Technical leadership & operational responsibility
Taking on technical operations management at a Bosch workshop.
Organising technical operations, improving processes, and leading and developing a workshop team.
2003 – 2013
Part-time degree studies in Industrial Engineering (German Diplom, FH)
Alongside my professional work, I combined technical experience with business thinking, process understanding and strategic business development.
Bringing together engineering, business administration and entrepreneurial practice.
2003 – present
Leadership, entrepreneurship & transformation
Alongside my technical and academic development, I took on leadership and project responsibilities in skilled trades, industry and consulting.
Developing businesses, improving technical and organisational processes, and supporting change and digitalisation projects.
“My aim: to understand technology, shape processes and connect people to successfully implement lasting solutions.