Apr 2020 – Present · 6 yrs · Berlin, Germany

• In my role as VP People at HV Capital, I advise on talent strategies and organisational scaling efforts for HV's portfolio companies across stages and sectors.
• I advise on executive hiring, leadership development, and culture-building initiatives to foster sustainable growth and high performance within these companies, while developing and implementing HR best practices and frameworks tailored to the specific needs of early-stage and growth-stage tech companies to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• By collaborating closely with investment teams, I help evaluate talent strategies, organisational designs, and the composition of executive teams.
• I also mentor HR leaders and teams on people topics and strategic themes such as diversity, enabling portfolio companies to scale efficiently.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to founders, I provide guidance on critical people-related decisions, including organisational design, succession planning, and change management.
• Additionally, I share expertise as a speaker and thought leader on talent management within the European tech ecosystem, further enhancing HV Capital’s reputation and network.

Apr 2020 – Present · 6 yrs

• Kienbaum is a pioneering HR and management consultancy with a legacy of over 75 years, making it the first German consulting firm and a leading brand in Europe. The company is renowned for its deep expertise in executive search, leadership advisory, and organizational development. Kienbaum is committed to people-centered consulting and fostering sustainable growth for organizations of all sizes.
• As a member of the Kienbaum Advisory Board, I actively contribute to shaping the future of this respected institution, which continues to set industry standards. We empower both individuals and organizations through innovative, results-driven strategies.

Oct 2018 – Mar 2020 · 1 yr 5 mos · Berlin Metropolitan Area

• Unifier Ventures is a micro-VC based in Berlin that partners with a network of family offices, corporations, and entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia to create opportunities for European technology startups. As a venture partner, I supported fundraising efforts for a target fund size of €30 million, focusing on early-stage startups in both Europe and Southeast Asia, particularly in the HR tech sector. My responsibilities included developing the fund's portfolio strategy, sourcing deal flow, building a co-investor network, and designing an assessment framework for investment opportunities.

Aug 2018 – Feb 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos · Berlin Metropolitan Area

Jan 2018 – Apr 2020 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Berlin, Germany

• Freelance HR and talent consultant supporting early-stage HR tech startups with strategic guidance on product development, go-to-market, and market positioning. Advised diverse clients on talent management, hiring, employer branding, performance, engagement, and DEI initiatives. Delivered actionable insights and hands-on support to build effective HR practices. Shared expertise through speaking engagements and workshops, establishing thought leadership.

Apr 2017 – Jan 2019 · 1 yr 9 mos · Berlin Metropolitan Area

Oct 2015 – Present · 10 yrs 6 mos

• The Secret HR Society is an exclusive, invitation-only community focused on advancing strategic HR practices and building a global network of thought leaders. Currently, the society connects over 1,700 HR professionals from tech startups to established corporations worldwide.

Oct 2013 – Jan 2018 · 4 yrs 3 mos · Berlin Metropolitan Area

• As HR expert for Deutsche Telekom’s corporate incubator and accelerator program, hub:raum, I led talent strategy and organizational development for 20+ early-stage portfolio companies and a network of over 350 ecosystem partners across Europe and Israel. Similar to my current role at HV Capital, I served as a trusted advisor to founders and management teams, supporting them in building scalable HR structures, talent acquisition, and HR workflows tailored to the needs of high-growth startups. I championed disruptive HR approaches and the early adoption of HR tech, pioneering initiatives such as “killing the CV” and integrating chatbots into recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and candidate experience. Beyond my portfolio advisory work, I took on program management responsibilities, overseeing brand, marketing, and communications, and produced flagship events such as the largest portfolio day at Deutsche Telekom HQ, which attracted over 1,000 visitors and featured startup demos alongside keynote speakers like Frank Thelen and Azeem Azhar.

Jul 2010 – Jun 2013 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Berlin Metropolitan Area

• As an early Managing Director of i-potentials—the talent advisory and executive search firm within the Team Europe company building ecosystem—I played a central role in establishing the consultancy’s operations and positioning it as a trusted partner for recruiting digital talent. In this capacity, I was responsible for sales and all client-facing activities, building and leading a team of around 20 consultants. I oversaw the staffing of key positions and C-level roles for high-growth ventures such as Lieferheld/Delivery Hero, as well as supporting other notable clients including MyMüsli, MisterSpex, and eBay. My leadership contributed to the firm’s reputation as a go-to advisor for executive hiring and talent strategy within the startup ecosystem.

Jan 2005 – Jul 2010 · 5 yrs 6 mos · Greater Hamburg Area

• As a Senior Consultant for Digital Industries at Management Angels GmbH—the market leader in interim management in Germany and part of the Randstad Group from 2010 to 2013—I played a key role in building and staffing a strong portfolio of digital clients, ranging from early-stage startups to established tech companies such as 1&1/United Internet. Responsible for candidate acquisition, selection, and project matching, I established a reputation for expertise in digital talent and became recognized as one of the firm’s top three consultants by revenue. My work contributed significantly to the company’s growth and reinforced my focus on the tech sector, laying the foundation for my subsequent career in executive search and talent advisory for high-growth digital businesses.

Jan 2004 – Mar 2004 · 2 mos · Shanghai

Jul 2003 – Sep 2003 · 2 mos · Hamburg Area, Germany

Jul 2002 – Sep 2002 · 2 mos · Greater Munich Metropolitan Area

Jan 2002 – Mar 2002 · 2 mos · Guetersloh, Germany

Aug 2000 – Sep 2001 · 1 yr 1 mo · Guetersloh, Germany

Aug 2000 – Sep 2000 · 1 mo · Guetersloh