Munich, Bavaria, Germany
As a Managing Director at dla Digital Leaders Advisory, I specialize in building leadership teams that drive digital transformation and strategic growth. We are a boutique executive search firm serving the European technology-driven arena. My expertise lies in identifying top-tier executives who bridge the gap between technology and business strategy. I primarily focus on first-level assignments within ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ and the ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต๐ป๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ด๐ ๐-๐ฆ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ (CTO, CIO, CAIO, CISO). I focus on three core pillars of modern leadership: ๐ ๐ฃ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ข๐ก๐๐ ๐ฆ๐๐ฅ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ฆ I have spent years supporting world-leading strategy consultancies, the "Big Four," specialized agencies, and infrastructure service providers. From filling partnership positions to recruiting leadership expert roles, I offer a deep understanding of the specific DNA required in this industry, backed by a peerless network of high-performance consultants and partners. โ๏ธ ๐ง๐๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐ข๐๐๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ฆ (๐๐ง๐ข / ๐๐๐ข / ๐๐๐ข) Technology is no longer a support functionโit is the business. I advise organizations on selecting the right technology leaders who can translate technical complexity into business value. Whether for Deep Tech scale-ups or established Software companies, I help clients find the CTOs, CIOs, and CDOs capable of leading through disruption. ๐ ๐๐๐ง๐, ๐๐ & ๐๐ฌ๐๐๐ฅ ๐ฆ๐๐๐จ๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ฌ Data is the asset; AI is the engine; Security is the shield. I am a trusted partner within the Data and AI community, supporting clients in finding Thought Leaders to execute AI strategies. Furthermore, acknowledging the critical need for resilience, I specialize in placing CISOs and Cyber Security executives who safeguard digital assets in an increasingly volatile environment. My Background: My approach combines business acumen with psychological depth. I hold an M.Sc. in Psychology, complemented by a powerMBA and training in systemic consulting and business coaching. This background allows me to assess not just the CV, but the cultural and systemic fit of a candidate.
My focus lies on identifying leaders who bridge the gap between complex technology and business strategy. ๐ Professional Services Practice Specialized in filling Partner levels for: โช๏ธ Strategy Consultancies & "Big 4" โช๏ธ Boutique Advisory Firms โช๏ธ IT Services & System Integrators โ๏ธ Technology Officers (C-Level) Executive Search for key decision-makers in Software, Deep Tech, and Digital Organizations: โช๏ธ CTO / CIO: Leaders for engineering excellence and IT strategy. โช๏ธ CISO: Cyber Security executives (Resilience & Governance). โช๏ธ CDO / CAIO: Driving data monetization and AI transformation.
Strategic engagement within Germany's largest AI ecosystem. The Federal Association of AI connects over 400 innovative AI and Deep Tech companies with established industries and politics. My Contribution: โช๏ธ Active exchange with AI thought leaders and tech founders regarding talent requirements in the Deep Tech sector. โช๏ธ Gaining deep market insights into the evolving landscape of Data & AI leadership roles. โช๏ธ Bridging the gap between agile AI start-ups and traditional corporate structures.
Core member of the Professional Services Practice.
At Mercuri Urval, I built my foundation in professional executive assessment and large-scale consulting projects. โช๏ธ Project Lead: Managed interdisciplinary consulting teams (up to 10 consultants) for local and global mandates. โช๏ธ Diagnostics: Developed and implemented valid selection procedures and assessment centers for future management tiers. โช๏ธ Strategy: Aligned competency models with specific client organizational strategies to ensure long-term placement success.