With over two decades of experience in diverse industry sectors, I am the Group CEO of Connect44, one of Europe's largest independent fixed and mobile telecoms engineering solutions providers. I lead the strategic vision and operational execution of the company, overseeing a global team of over 1,000 engineers and technicians who deliver innovative and high-quality services to our clients across Europe.I also serve on the Board of Directors of Sensys Gatso Group AB, a Nordics Nasdaq listed company that specializes in traffic safety solutions, and as the founder and CEO of Francis Schmeer & Associates GmbH, a strategy consulting firm that advises CEOs and Boards of Directors on growth, M&A, and global business development. My expertise lies in launching products, divesting non-core businesses, strategic acquisitions and global partnerships, and new market expansion. I enjoy forming and leading high-performing teams that deliver exceptional value to clients, partners, employees, and investors. My core competencies include new business development, strategy, start-up consulting, P&L leadership, operations improvement, corporate finance, sales, marketing, team performance, and customer value attribution.