Cloud Advisory Manager
Accenture GmbH | Hamburg | June 2022 — present
Serving as a catalyst for growth, I am adept at identifying key client requirements, assembling the right resources and onboarding 70+ employees across all IT departments of a major financial services provider in Germany. I have been instrumental in formulating ITIL 3/4-based IT operating models, seamlessly integrating governance and blending these models into clients' service management processes on a company-wide scale
My tactful strategies led to optimized delivery processes, reducing the lead time from six to three weeks which dramatically lifted efficiency. As an active participant in numerous generative AI task forces, I identified several optimization use cases for substantial clientele in the banking sector, spearheading a team managing all AI sales-related matters in my field and I am in charge of the further development of AI assets (digital avatars, sentiment analysis)
Source of inspiration & founder
Uretao | Hamburg | January 2021 — present
Identifying potential in the collectors' market, I successfully launched and developed a user-friendly online platform with Angular, NodeJS + Express. By setting up a fully functional online shop, Uretao sells trading card accessories and provides appraisal services. Implementing marketing strategies backed by AI technologies, the platform expanded its reach across social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok), offering a seamless shopping experience and appraisal services. Visit Uretao.com
IT Project Leader
Volkswagen Group IT Solutions | Wolfsburg | January 2021 — Mai 2022
As a driving force behind the strategic HR transformation initiative at VW AG, I successfully coordinated three technical delivery teams based in Germany, India & Portugal to implement SAP SuccessFactors and impacting 700.000 employees directly. My strong leadership covered 38 international team members and liaising with two associated companies. I fostered a trustworthy relationship with the client and managed to expand team capacity from 20 to 50 members by leveraging synergies
Aiming for seamless collaboration, I implemented an agile Scrum of Scrums model across providers, advancing the story point design and facilitating the transition to a DevOps support organization with ITIL 4. I collaborated closely with the legal team to onboard an Indian subsidiary as a GDPR-compliant provider of confidential data. Moreover, I also developed an effective position management reporting for the company assuring optimal resource allocation
Head of (IT) Project Management
Volkswagen Classic Parts | Wolfsburg | April 2018 — December 2021
In a multifaceted role, I conceptualized and launched an e-commerce ecosystem using Adobe Experience Manager and Magento for VW AG's B2C & B2B customers. I successfully navigated a tight budget, leading a team of six internal members in harmony with two external IT providers. One of my significant achievements was reducing the program cost by 20% through strategic project prioritization. Furthermore, I streamlined the company's project landscape refining it from over 100 projects down to 20 by introducing a lean project portfolio management approach for senior leadership. This strategic move contributed significantly to improving operational agility across the company
Member of the Advisory Board
Financial Network for Excellence | April 2018 — March 2019
Consulting and mentoring of the board, growing the club to over 200 members
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Network for Excellence | August 2015 — March 2018
Spearheaded the creation and establishment of a trading club, initiating an effective accounting and reporting system. Under my leadership as CFO for two years, I launched a virtual portfolio project enabling members to develop informed investment recommendations. The club grew to an active membership of over 200, fostering a space for modern investment exploration and practical learning of trading techniques
B.Sc. Computer Science and Business Management
Nordakademie | ITERGO Informationstechnologie GmbH | Hamburg | August 2014 — March 2018
Integrated degree program | Project Management | Robotic Process Automation
Abitur
Gymnasium Farmsen | Hamburg | August 2006 — June 2014
Profile: Physics | Degree: A levels