About Frédérique
Tech-savvy strategist with 10+ years of experience in digital transformation, innovation, and future-ready business models. Proven track record in aligning emerging technologies with corporate strategy to drive sustainable growth. Skilled at bridging business and technology, leading high-performing teams, and managing complex transformations.
Passionate about using AI, Generative AI, and digital ecosystems to drive innovation. I believe in strategic leadership that combines long-term vision with pragmatic execution, fostering collaboration and empowering teams to create value in an ever-changing landscape.
Expertise: Strategy | Digital Transformation | Technology-Driven Innovation | Market Expansion | Leadership | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Organizational Change Management | Data-Driven Insights
German
Native or bilingual
English
Native or bilingual
French
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
Hamburg (up to 50km), Berlin (up to 50km), Hannover (up to 50km), Frankfurt am Main (up to 50km), Köln (up to 50km)
Experience
- Macromedia GmbHFree LecturerOctober 2024 - Today (1 year and 8 months)Germany• Teach master's-level course including statistics ,digital transformation, strategy and innovation
- Bosch GroupDirector Business Strategy |March 2012 - June 2024 (12 years and 3 months)70 Stuttgart, GermanyRevenues• Led a cross-functional digital transformation program across IT, HR, Communication, Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales, reporting to the Business Unit CTO with the goal to enhance process efficiency and drive product innovation• Implemented a strategic evaluation framework aligning business and technology needs, introduced a portfolio management tool for project prioritization, and conducted AI-focused trend scouting• Designed execution roadmap covering process automation, data management and B.I. tools, AR technologies, communication concepts and training• Played pivotal role in the corporate Digital Transformation working group of the Mobility Solutions Business Sector (€53B annual revenue), contributing insights to and shaping business cases Market Strategy and Business Development• Conducted various market analysis for Business Unit COO, Regional President, Mobility Solutions Sectors to explore market entry and re-entry opportunities• Led multidisciplinary teams incl. external consultants through research, financial report analysis, competitor assessments, and expert interviews• Drafted go-to-market strategy for €50M+ addressable markets, defining product requirements and business models to drive strategic market positioning Contracts and Financial Operations Management• Processed outstanding claims totaling €100M and outstanding royalty payments. Negotiated rate adjustments for foreign legal entities in collaboration with Accounting, Tax departments• Crafted and negotiated delivery contracts with annual revenue of €180M with the Chinese JV; interfaced directly with Tax, Accounting, Finance and Legal teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks Project Leadership | €150M annual revenue• Led project and delivery programs for manufactured products from the Chinese Joint-Venture for a Japanese OEM; supported supply chain IT setup, managed pricing, and margin considerations
- ROBERT BOSCH GmbHSenior Manager Corporate StrategyMarch 2012 - October 2018 (6 years and 7 months)• Supported the establishment of the Connected Industry "I4.0" business involving 5 business units with 70 employees and cumulative revenues exceeding €8B• Crafted and moderated outside-in, trends, portfolio management workshops; led pre-sales activities to define strategic pursuits; collaborated with Sales, Marketing, Strategy, Engineering, and Board Executives• Wrote recommendations on target segments, organizational setup• Performed trend scouting on Internet of Things, Industry 4.0, and data-based business models• Designed and led workshops to assess Bosch's overall digital maturity and identify business opportunities, consolidated findings and recommendations in position papers for Bosch Management Board Strategy Advisor• Acted as business excellence sparring partner, advising and mentoring the VP of Strategy of the Drive and Control Business Unit (€ 5.5 B annual revenues) as well as other seasoned executives, on frameworks, strategy process and planning to enhance alignment with corporate expectations.• Provided on-demand training to strengthen strategic capabilities Business Development• Collaborated with executive leadership of Bosch Industrial Business Sectors (€6.5B annual revenue) to develop GTM strategies, conducting industry, competitor, and technology analyses• Delivered strategic recommendations on product portfolio enhancements, cross-selling opportunities, business models, and M&A targets, driving market expansion and revenue growth Thought Leadership in Innovation Strategy and Organizational Design• Conducted in-depth research on the link between organizational design and innovation performance, publishing white papers on frugal innovation, reverse innovation, and social entrepreneurship.• Orchestrated keynote sessions and workshops, engaging stakeholders to drive knowledge exchange and influence strategic decision-making
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Education
- Chief Digital Officer ProgramMIT Professional Education2026Focus Applied Agentic AI, Applied Generative AI, Digital Platforms, Data Leadership i.e.on data governance, cloud strategy
- Applied Generative AI for digital transformationMIT Professional Education2025Applied Generative AI for digital transformation