Bio

Experienced digital leader with proven track record of building ultra fast-paced marketplaces and direct-to-consumer businesses. Accelerated Zalando’s Partner Program beyond triple digit growth. Founded Connected Retail Program - today Europe’s largest marketplace for physical fashion retailers. Established wide digital service ecosystem (e.g. integration, big data analytics) to boost direct-to-consumer growth. Senior leadership experience from various managing director and supervisory board positions. Overseeing commercial, operational, product and engineering teams. Ex-McKinsey combining strategic wit with pronounced founder’s mindset and experience. Deep industry expertise in fashion/lifestyle retail and FMCG. Acclaimed thought leader and speaker (e.g., NRF, WRC) in digital and retail innovation. Holding PhD (summa cum laude) in Business Management from the University of Bremen.