Description

If you are a startup, scale-up, or established technology company looking to accelerate growth in autonomous systems, AI-driven mobility, or deep-tech markets, I help you turn complex innovation into scalable commercial success.

I bring 20+ years of experience building, scaling, and commercializing technology-driven businesses across AI, ADAS, and next-generation autonomous systems. My focus is on translating cutting-edge technology into real market traction, sustainable revenue streams, and long-term strategic advantage.
What sets me apart is the ability to bridge deep technical domains with global business execution. I operate at the intersection of strategy, partnerships, and ecosystem development, with a proven track record across Europe and China in cross-border scaling and market expansion.
Typical projects I support include:
Go-to-market strategy for AI and autonomous mobility products
Strategic partnerships and ecosystem development
B2B sales and revenue growth in deep-tech environments
Market entry and expansion (Europe ↔ China)
Scaling early-stage technology into enterprise-grade commercial models
My work is focused on disciplined execution, scalable business design, and building long-term value in highly complex, fast-moving technology markets.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

German
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Überlingen (up to 50km)

Plus.AI
Director Business Development Automotive
AUTOMOBILE
July 2024 - December 2025 (1 year and 5 months)
Santa Clara, CA, USA
Define Go- To- Market- & partnership strategy, scaling L4 & ADAS business for all major EU Truck customers as Daimler Truck, IVECO and various pass-car OEMs.
Scaling up Sales and Revenue with European Truck and Automotive OEMs, Tier1 and other collaboration partners for the L4 virtual driver and AI-powered ADAS & Perception SW as SaaS.
Strategic Partnerships & Business Development Corporate strategy Sales Management Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy
MicroVision GmbH
Director Business Development Automotive
AUTOMOBILE
January 2020 - July 2024 (4 years and 6 months)
Hamburg, Germany
Leading and developing the Automotive Sales & Business Development organisation for the EU and ASIA for MicroVision Lidar Sensors and Perception Software.
Scaling up Sales and Revenue with Automotive OEMs, Tier1 and other collaborations worldwide.
Strategic Partnerships & Business Development Revenue Growth Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy Sales Management Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Ibeo GmbH (acquired by MicroVision),
Head of OEM Automotive Sales EU
January 2020 - January 2023 (3 years)
China
Building up and leading the Ibeo worldwide Automotive Sales & BD organisation.
Automotive Sales and Business Development at Ibeo for the Lidar Sensor and Perception Software.
Success

Winning Lidar Mass Production Contract (€400 Mio) with Great Wall Motors in China.
Signing Industrial Mass Production Contract with Sick AG in Germany.