Thomas Ewald Email & Phone Number

San Francisco, Ca, Us

San Francisco, Ca, Us

San Francisco, Ocean

Building the future of ocean vision capabilities led me on a 3,500-nautical mile expedition from Sweden to the Canary Islands aboard a sailboat, where I collected critical real-world data for advanced machine learning applications in maritime environments.

Creating a better tomorrow through innovative technology and passion.• Partnered with cross-functional teams to optimize Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for bioreactors, leveraging test automation and process improvements to achieve a 25% efficiency gain. Within 12 months, this acceleration in bioreactor deployment enabled the production of over 60 million vaccine doses, significantly contributing to the global fight against the COVID pandemic.•Initiated and led agile project in collaboration with IT teams to integrate MS Teams, intranet, and Power Automate, resulting in a 15% improvement in internal communication and enabling consultants to launch new projects 10% faster.• Consistently delivered exceptional results by fostering strong stakeholder relationships and maintaining a 95% client retention rate across a diverse range of projects.• Led the successful implementation of European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) compliance, achieving a 100% success rate in audits and compliance checks. Ensured adherence to MDR standards for 80% of the device portfolio, mitigating production delays and enhancing patient safety.

Kreisfreie Stadt Aachen Area, Germany

• Led and coordinated a team of up to 15 student assistants, optimizing work schedules and task assignments to ensure seamless support across academic initiatives.• Designed and developed comprehensive digital lecture content and case studies for courses with an enrollment of over 3,000 students, significantly enhancing the educational experience through engaging and interactive materials.• Provided strategic mentorship and conducted in-depth analysis of over 20 business cases from growth-stage start-ups, securing €1.6 million in funding and directly driving their business development and market expansion.

International

• Led high-stakes international contract negotiations, consistently closing deals under tight deadlines to ensure seamless project delivery across global markets.• Cultivated and strengthened strategic business relationships with BMW, leveraging in-depth technical expertise to deliver impactful, engaging workshops. These sessions enhanced understanding among non-technical stakeholders—such as top executives, press, and internal teams—resulting in a 100% increase in product comprehension over five years.• Successfully launched cutting-edge Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), presenting in both German and English to diverse audiences of up to 50 attendees, including senior executives and the media. These high-visibility presentations significantly influenced the adoption of autonomous driving technologies, contributing to 30% of media coverage on the subject.• Directed interdisciplinary international teams of up to 20 professionals, ensuring top-tier workshop execution and cross-functional collaboration, fostering a culture of excellence.• Developed and implemented robust contingency plans for pre-release and ADAS workshops, ensuring flawless execution that aligned with the expectations of top executives. This attention to detail and strategic foresight drove a 100% client retention rate over a 5-year period.

Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

• Pioneered the market for e-scooters in Aachen, boosting sales by $4M in 12 months.• Surpassed monthly quotas by 100% through strategic cold calling for new growth opportunities.

Stuttgart Area, Germany

• Pioneered the development of new, non-core business models at Daimler, leveraging agile methodologies to drive innovation and accelerate time-to-market under the guiding principle of "Fail Fast, Fail Cheap".• Spearheaded the strategic roadmap for a $3 billion mobile charging infrastructure market, delivering actionable insights and positioning Daimler for significant growth in the electric mobility ecosystem.• Led a cross-functional team of 15+ senior stakeholders across multiple departments to successfully launch pilot initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational excellence.• Delivered data-driven recommendations to C-Level executives and key stakeholders, assessing risk, impact, and resource allocation to optimize project prioritization and maximize business outcomes through effective stakeholder management.• Innovated and secured multiple patents in automotive safety and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), reinforcing Daimler’s leadership in cutting-edge vehicular technologies.

Master'S Degree, Automation Engineering

Understanding the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and the undiscovered use cases and fields of applications is one of the Key.

Daad Promos Scholarship For Semester Abroad, International Negotiations

Focused on learning the language and culture while enhancing international negation skills.

Bachelor, Business Administration And Engineering