About Me: Driving Innovation with a Creative Edge 🌟Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I'm a dynamic researcher and consultant with a rich background in luxury, perfumes, automotive/technology, and FMCG industries. My career is built upon a foundation of innovation and creative strategies in market research (MR), where I merge artistic vision with strategic insight and analytical acumen. Known for thriving in fast-paced environments, I bring adaptability and excellence in teamwork, underscored by top-notch presentation and communication skills.Embarking on my professional journey 25 years ago, I navigated the challenges of being queer in the corporate world by turning my unique perspective into a key differentiator. Today, with over two decades of experience, I stand as a seasoned market researcher and luxury consultant. My advocacy for diversity and creativity fuels my work, making me a pioneering Diversity Expert and Queer Activist committed to challenging the status quo and sparking innovation at every opportunity.My expertise extends beyond the beauty of luxury and perfumes into the heart of innovation and creative strategy, making substantial contributions to market research. I'm deeply committed to advancing Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), demonstrated through my involvement in founding diverse institutions like the Feminité Museum in St.Pauli and the Queerer Leuchtturm St.Pauli community center, alongside contributing to the CoArt Festival in Ménerbes. These platforms allow me to bring together queer thinkers and artists to create impactful narratives and spaces.Wearing multiple hats as a researcher, brand developer, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and a diversity expert, I approach each role with a fresh lens, blending innovation with creativity to redefine market research, strategic planning, and business consultancy. My profound expertise in philosophy, brand development, new product development, D&I, queer theory, and gender topics positions me uniquely to influence and shape the evolving landscapes of luxury and innovation.I am a testament to the transformative power of embracing one's differences, turning them into a force for change and success. Let's connect and explore how we can drive the future of luxury, beauty, and beyond together. 🌈✨