Karl Steinke, MBA

Experienced Entrepreneurial Manager and Sales Leader | Driving Results Globally

Unterägeri, Zug, Switzerland

About

An accomplished entrepreneurial leader with over 25 years of executive experience across diverse industries. I have a proven track record of driving significant growth, building successful ventures, and leading strategic market expansion initiatives on a global scale. My expertise encompasses establishing robust sales networks, optimizing operations, and delivering innovative solutions that consistently achieve profitability and stakeholder value.

Experience

  • Senior Strategic Advisor at Neural Intelligence
    Dec 2025 - Present · 7 mos

    We help businesses build an AI-ready workforce. Our 13-month educational program is designed to get your entire staff knowledgeable about AI—starting from scratch. Our Mission: • Total Literacy: We take the whole company (not just IT) from zero to proficient. • Consistent Learning: We deliver weekly lessons to ensure the knowledge sticks. • Intelligent Conversations: We ensure your team understands the promises, challenges, and risks of AI so they can navigate the future with confidence.

  • Chief Sales Officer (CSO) at Zuerisee Connect
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

    I lead sales for Zuerisee Connect GmbH. In today's rapidly evolving networking landscape, the demand for smaller, faster, and more efficient connectors is undeniable. Zuerisee Connect has answered this call with a patented, compact, and high-performance alternative to the established RJ45 connector. This next-generation technology solves key limitations of the RJ45, offering unprecedented ease of use and enhanced performance. I'm now looking to engage with strategic buyers who recognize the transformative potential of this innovation and are eager to integrate cutting-edge connectivity solutions into their future strategies. Let's connect and explore the possibilities!

  • Field Tester at Specialized Bicycle Components
    Sep 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 10 mos

    I provided timely and continuous feedback while testing the products (e-bikes) in this part time position.

  • Regional Director Central and Northern Europe at Aarenet AG
    Jul 2023 - Feb 2024 · 8 mos

    As Regional Director, I re-established Aarenet's market presence in the DACH region by developing and executing a comprehensive sales and marketing strategy, including a new website, targeted outreach, and participation in key industry events. I successfully identified strategic pathways for market re-entry and growth. Aarenet develops, realizes, markets and operates future-oriented and reliable VoIP Systems for Telecom-, Internet- and Mobile Service Providers, Cable Operators, Utilities and Enterprises.

  • Head of Sales / Managing Director at GOEBEL Capital GmbH
    Jan 2021 - Jun 2023 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    As Managing Director and Sales Manager, I built a worldwide sales network for this German-engineered, Swiss-made printing press manufacturer. I achieved €11 million in contract wins within one year through strategic customer acquisition. My responsibilities also included human resource management for personnel in four countries and leading process optimization by introducing new systems for Web, CRM, and ERP. Goebel produces and services highly efficient web fed printing machines for the security and packaging markets.  German engineered and Swiss made to the highest standards, Goebel has been meeting customers' needs for 170 years.  We are building a new sales organization based on experienced worldwide agents.