Vienna, Vienna, Austria
As an executive, chair, board member, and advisor with over three decades of leadership in technology, telecommunications, B2B, and industrial sectors, I am passionate about driving growth, innovation, and sustainable transformation. Throughout my career, I have been focused on foreseeing industry trends, craft aspirational strategies, and lead organizations through complex transformations, always anchored in operational excellence. Specialized in defining and executing go-to-market strategies that maximize value and drive sustainable global growth. With a proven track record in managing global P&L, I excel at building strong networks, fostering key relationships with stakeholders, and forming impactful alliances with clients and government entities. A sought-after speaker on global business, strategic investment, and geopolitics, I bring a unique perspective as a “citizen of the world. Especially well connected and experienced in the Eurasian region, which is why I founded there a dedicated company “Desert Rose” to help new entrants grow to success. If you are seeking insights on global growth strategies, business turnarounds, or navigating complex market environments, please connect. Together, we can explore opportunities to drive innovation, build impactful alliances, and achieve sustainable success in today’s dynamic global landscape. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 * 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗲𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰: I drove the transformation from a HW oriented offer to a SW Defined Open Platform Offering and reoriented the Go To Market Strategy to support this transformation. I implemented operational efficiencies to protect margins and championed an innovative energy and automation platform that secured significant O&G industry projects. By building high-level relationships, including ministerial-level contacts, I positioned the business for sustained success. * 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻: Led the restructuring and turnaround of Emerson’s operations in Russia & CIS, achieving a remarkable 177% growth in four years. By streamlining processes, simplifying organizational structures, and establishing a fit-for-purpose sales strategy, I transformed the region’s operations into a high-performing, customer-focused organization. My leadership was honored with two Emerson Business Leader Awards. * 𝗔𝗹𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹: Spearheaded business development in Russia & CIS, growing the region’s revenue from $60M to $800M in less than a decade. I secured a $240M mobile network project in Belarus, financed by the Chinese Export Credit Agency, solidifying the company’s presence in the region.
Desert Rose serves as a gateway for companies that recognize the significant growth potential of Central Asia and the Caucasus and seek to pursue these opportunities in an efficient and strategic manner. Whether you require support with market entry, executive search, or people development, Desert Rose stands as your partner of choice. While your logistics needs are expertly managed through our strategic partner Ahlers Logistics, the expert in logistic services in the region (the "middle corridor" transportation route). Desert Rose also benefits from the exceptional expertise and global network of its Advisory Board, composed of distinguished executives including @Sergei Riabokobylko, @Daniel Thorniley, @Bruno Balvanera, @Lodewijk Schlingemann and @Peter Novotny. Together, they bring unparalleled regional insight and deep industry relationships across Finance, Real Estate, Strategy, Human Resources, Legal and B2B Business Development, creating enduring value for our clients. For more information, please visit www.desertrose.at Let's grow your business together !!
With over 110 years of experience, Ahlers Logistics has been helping clients all over the world with their logistic challenges with special focus on the Eurasian and South-East Asian regions. The company provides end-to-end sustainable supply chain solutions, thru multi-modal transport options and facilitates the entire physical and administrative process of intake, storage, handling, custom clearance and distribution of goods.
La Lorraine Bakery Group (LLBG) is a private Belgian company active in the European milling and baking sectors.
Leading the group's global sales for the Industrial Automation business, with sales revenue of 8Beuro. Driving worldwide the sales strategy and operations across four main industrial strategic segments Metals&Mining, Oil/Gas/Petrochem, Water&Wastewater and Consumer Packaged Goods. Overseeing the global key accounts within these segments, comprising of FT 500 conglomerates. Accountable for key client relationships and large contracts. Managing thereby the go-to-market omnichannel strategy, including pricing, discount policies, selection and training of key distributors.
Heading the fourth largest market of the group worldwide at the time, managing a revenue of 1Beuro with full P&L responsibiliy and a headcount of 10,000 staff. C-level representation in highly visible associations and trades, including networking with senior political figures.