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London, Gb

ION Analytics is a leading global fintech SaaS company, providing essential data, content, and technology solutions to capital markets. In my role as VP of Strategy and Operations, I lead the company’s Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy, scaling mission-critical platforms like Mergermarket, Debtwire, Dealogic, and Xtract Research across the U.S. and global markets. My focus is on aligning commercial strategy with operational efficiency, enabling sustainable revenue growth and improving client retention through data-driven insights and advanced analytics.Key Responsibilities:• Spearheading global revenue strategy, aligning sales and product teams to optimize SaaS offerings for institutional clients.• Leading operational improvements across the company’s portfolio, optimizing resource allocation, and reducing churn through enhanced product engagement strategies.• Partnering with senior leadership on acquisitions and integrations to expand the product suite and customer base.

New York, Ny, Us

At Oliver Wyman, I led strategic consulting engagements focused on digital transformation, cost optimization, and operational restructuring for large retail and utility clients. My expertise in SaaS automation, particularly in B2B sales processes, positioned me as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives in the U.S., Europe, and Middle East, driving tangible outcomes that supported both top-line growth and cost reduction.Key Accomplishments:• Led a digitalization initiative to automate B2B utility sales, reducing customer acquisition costs by over 50% and significantly improving sales cycle efficiency.• Developed a strategic roadmap that optimized logistics operations, generating over €700K in annual savings.• Drove cultural change and operational efficiency in Saudi Arabia, overcoming significant barriers to implement agile working methods across multi-disciplinary teams.

As Co-Founder and CEO of Elli, a German electric mobility start-up, I was responsible for building and scaling the company’s operations, overseeing everything from product development and sales to supply chain management and after-sales support. We partnered with leading manufacturers in China to bring innovative electric scooters to the European market.Key Achievements: • Launched operations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, securing distribution with Conrad Electronic and generating significant market traction within the first year. • Developed a full end-to-end supply chain, managing partnerships and scaling operations across multiple regions.

Boston, Ma, Us

Supported multiple consulting projects across various industries, with a focus on financial services and operational efficiency. This role provided foundational experience in strategy consulting and project management.

Bonn, De

Ran advanced statistical tests to fine-tune predictive models for an energy sector client, identifying churn risks. Additionally, designed a cost comparison model for heating systems, building foundational expertise in data-driven decision-making and customer retention strategies.

Taught small groups of students in VBA, utilizing my apprenticeship experience as an information clerk. This role developed my skills in translating complex technical concepts into accessible solutions, a valuable foundation for product leadership in the SaaS industry.

Munich, De

Supported the central controlling team by implementing a new reporting tool that optimized financial and operational reporting across departments. This experience enhanced my understanding of financial systems and laid the groundwork for developing scalable SaaS solutions in fintech.

As Co-Founder and CEO of Autohaus Schuster, I built and scaled the company’s operations, generating over €300K in revenue by developing a high-margin portfolio of products and services. I managed the full lifecycle of sales, finance, and operations while driving profitability through diversification of offerings in the insurance and finance sector.Key Achievements: • Generated over €300K in revenue through car sales while maintaining a high margin with the expansion of financial services and insurance products, contributing to over 30% of profits. • Managed all aspects of accounting, tax reporting, and financial statements, ensuring transparency and compliance.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Betriebswirtschaft

Business Administration