I am a Senior Legal Counsel and executive with over two decades of experience leading governance, legal, and corporate affairs across the media, technology, and fintech sectors. Throughout my career I have combined legal expertise with strategic management, serving both as a Board Member and as an executive in holding companies and subsidiaries of major groups and high-growth ventures. At Grupo Zeta, one of Spain’s largest media conglomerates, I served as Secretary of the Board and Head of Legal & Corporate Affairs, overseeing governance and compliance across more than thirty-five subsidiaries. Later, as CEO and Managing Director of Zeta Studios, I led the company’s transformation, driving restructuring, international expansion, and profitability improvements. In the technology and fintech fields, I was General Secretary of Strands Inc., a U.S.-based AI software company, advising its international Board and managing legal affairs across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. I also contributed to the growth of Footters, an OTT sports platform, defining its corporate and procurement framework, and I am currently Founder & CEO of Vackstage, a multi-award-winning music streaming and production platform recognized for its innovation in the creative industries. My governance approach focuses on aligning strategic, legal, and operational perspectives to enhance corporate value, ensure compliance, and support sustainable growth. I bring a pragmatic and cross-border vision, having worked with boards, regulators, and investors across multiple jurisdictions and industries.

Visionary and results-driven executive with 25+ years of global leadership across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Proven success in scaling businesses, optimizing operations, and driving profitable growth across Energy, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, and High-Tech sectors. Expert in cross-cultural leadership, corporate turnarounds, joint ventures, and strategic transformations. Accomplished Board Member and Chairman with deep governance experience across multiple regions. Recognized for building inclusive organizations, unlocking enterprise value, and fostering sustainable innovation

I am a strategic Head of People and HR Business Partner with 13+ years of international experience leading People & Culture functions across multinational corporations, high-growth startups, scale-ups, and SMEs throughout Europe and Latin America. Throughout my career, I have partnered with CEOs, founders, and senior leadership teams to build scalable people strategies that drive organizational growth, employee engagement, operational excellence, and business performance. My experience spans engineering, technology, fintech, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and corporate environments, where I have: • Built and scaled HR functions from the ground up • Led People Operations across multiple countries in Europe and LATAM • Designed and implemented HR strategies aligned with business objectives • Implemented and optimized HRIS, ATS, and people analytics systems • Built performance management frameworks using OKRs, SMART goals, and competency models • Developed manager enablement and leadership coaching programs • Led organizational design, workforce planning, restructuring, and change management initiatives • Managed complex employee relations, labor compliance, and organizational transitions • Designed recruitment functions and hired talent across technical, engineering, product, corporate, and leadership roles • Leveraged AI and automation to improve HR efficiency, documentation, communication, and decision-making • Built employee engagement, culture, onboarding, and internal communication programs for distributed and remote teams I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, strong business acumen, and a data-driven approach using HR metrics, workforce analytics, Power BI, and AI-enabled workflows to support sustainable business growth. Based in Spain with full EU work authorization. Open to remote and international opportunities across Europe and globally.

I help SaaS and service-based companies keep their customers longer, reduce churn, and build scalable customer success systems — without the cost of a full-time executive. With 20+ years of global leadership in customer experience, BPO, and SaaS operations, I’ve built and led teams for companies like Loadlink, Ruby Life, and Teleperformance, managing everything from onboarding and retention frameworks to AI-powered support automation. 🔑 What I bring: • Proven record of reducing churn & improving retention • Scalable onboarding & support frameworks • AI automation (Zendesk, HubSpot, Retool, knowledge bases) • Leadership across 24/7 global support teams 💡 I currently offer Fractional Head of Customer Success services for growing SaaS and service businesses looking to scale customer operations, retain more clients, and drive long-term revenue. 📩 Let’s connect if you want your customers to stay, succeed, and grow with you.

I am a Senior Consultant with over 18 years of international experience in the mining, energy, and industrial sectors. I specialize in leading strategic and capital projects, improving operational efficiency, and driving digital transformation initiatives. My expertise includes project governance, KPI development, and the implementation of innovative technological solutions that align with business objectives and deliver measurable results. Throughout my career, I have worked with multidisciplinary and remote teams across Latin America and Europe, coordinating end-to-end execution of high-impact projects. I have supported organizations in evaluating business opportunities, optimizing portfolios, and adopting data-driven strategies to maximize return on investment. With a strong background in engineering and agile project management, I ensure project delivery within scope, time, and budget while maintaining transparent stakeholder communication and continuous improvement. Currently, I lead productivity-focused initiatives under the Copper Capital Management Framework (CMF) for BHP, while supporting the development of scalable, technology-driven solutions.

Executive Director and published author (The Leadership Chronicles series, including An Evolution for A Revolution and Gears, Triggers and Systems) with deep expertise in software delivery, team leadership, and organisational transformation. Known for transforming underperforming teams into high-impact platforms and writing on autonomy, scalable delivery, and systemic leadership.

Strategic Information Security Leader with 14+ years of experience building and leading security programs. Expertise in cloud security, threat management, vulnerability assessment, and incident response. Focused on minimizing risk and maximizing organizational resilience.

My background includes all core disciplines of Human Resources. I bring a well-rounded and strategic approach to workforce management and organizational development. My expertise covers the full spectrum of HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, training and development, compensation, compliance, and organizational change in high growth organizations. In addition to this broad HR foundation, I have extensive experience in labor relations, including union negotiations, grievance handling, and fostering collaborative labor-management partnerships. I have successfully navigated complex labor environments while maintaining alignment with business objectives and legal compliance. I can also educate leaders on how to navigate union avoidance. A key part of my career has also involved the successful implementation and optimization of HR systems. From selecting the right HR technology platforms to leading end-to-end system integrations and training initiatives, I’ve enhanced HR functionality and data-driven decision-making across organizations. I am passionate about aligning HR strategy with business goals, building high-performance cultures, and driving continuous improvement through innovation and best practices.

Available for complete and comprehensive product and Marketing management support and assignment, including upstream and down stream Marketing aspects, portfolio mgmt, customer journey aspects, B2B customer management focus etc., price listed is per hour basis, available for term basis or long term possibiity with further discussion and requirements.

While pursuing his studies in Medical Computer Science, Stefan began his career as a scientific assistant. He is contributing to a pharmacological imaging study that focused on post-menopause abdominal deposit formation, refining and applying a novel volume measurement heuristic. This sparks deep interest in computer graphics and volume rendering, and medical imaging and other imaging technology and such. Software Engineer with proficiency in programming languages, adept at applying skills to diverse projects. Stefan proves his ability to tackle diverse projects, from implementing features in dental software to data mobilization solutions and enhancing asset management systems. He is eager to leverage his expertise for new challenges. Summer Internship at the Thomas J. Watson Research Center sparked his Master's thesis on Security and Policy in Distributed Systems. While assisting with coding on aspects of the team's projects, Stefan hones his problem-solving and software engineering skills, proving invaluable for applying his knowledge to his thesis research and making them transferable to various professional settings. Thriving as a self-employed Technical Consultant after graduation, leveraging his diverse skill set. Working with prominent Austrian clients, Stefan tackles a wide range of challenges, demonstrating his adaptability and versatility. His roles encompass researcher, software architecture and development team lead, technical project manager, business analyst, and security expert. He proactively takes on additional responsibilities like test and defect management, documentation, and IT operations, solidifying his reputation for initiative. Sole Regional Lead Senior Technical Consultant for Austria within the IBM Watson Health Government Health and Human Services Lab Services Implementation team. Stefan tackles complex problems for governmental and partner organisations using the Cúram Social Program Management (SPM) Platform. His leadership skills prove instrumental in coordinating and guiding international, multidisciplinary, and geographically dispersed teams. Leveraging several years of successful engagement with the SPM platform, Stefan expands his expertise to other relevant SPM modules and eventually revisits and delves deeper into Cloud Computing, Natural Language Understanding, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Enterprise Architect for Austria's sole organization with a hybrid non-profit and LLC structure, responsible for both national and EU-level digital health initiatives. Stefan plays a pivotal role in advancing Electronic Medical Record interoperability, a cornerstone of public health integration and access management. He succeeded a senior expert and commissioner during a crucial transitional phase, spearheading digital healthcare advancements amidst leadership changes and organizational evolution. His adaptability has been vital in addressing challenges such as budget constraints, tight timelines, and complex regulatory landscapes. Collaborating with stakeholders ranging from grassroots healthcare providers to federal and EU policymakers, Stefan ensures alignment with regulations and strategic goals, including contributions to public health management efforts such as the COVID-19 pandemic response. He skillfully navigates the organization's dual structure, optimizing architecture, operations, and transformation strategies, while fostering impactful partnerships across governance levels. Transitioning to pursue professional development opportunities aligned with his long-standing interest. Stefan focuses on applied research, public and technical policy, digital and public health in the context of computing as such, and his intrinsic drive to expand his horizons, all centered around Cognitive Computing as the assistive technology of the future augmenting human capability. Acceptance into a business formation program. After establishing HHSIOP FlexCo (Health and Human Service Interoperability), seed stage. He is currently working on this venture, which is to serve as the foundational platform for developing a theoretically founded framework as a basis to build a series of interrelated businesses that promote sustainability and equity.

Since 2015: Independent Strategy & Communications Consultant Advising clients on strategic communication, campaigning, crisis management, and media relations. Clients include political parties, federal ministries, international organizations, MPs, NGOs, and private sector firms (references upon request). 2011 - 25: Member of the Board, and from 2019 to 2025, Director, Institute for Media and Communications Policy (IfM), gGmbH, Cologne In addition to my work as a strategy consultant, I served pro bono as Director of the Institute for Media and Communications Policy (IfM), a non-profit think tank and forum for policymakers, the media industry, and academia. From 2019 to 2025, I led the institute, managing a core team of four and a network of fellows. Under my leadership, the IfM organized high-level events and produced research and strategic guidance on key issues related to media, democracy, and the public sphere—including platform regulation, the implications of AI, and sustainable models for journalism financing. Throughout this period, I also acted as a trusted expert and commentator for national media and government, contributing to public debates and advising on policy issues at the intersection of media and democracy. 2021: Executive Producer, “Die ProSieben Bundestagswahl-Show” & “ProSieben Spezial Live”, K2H Gmbh, Berlin Overseeing format development, production, and editorial processes (contract, 1/2021-10/2021) 2012 - 14: Tandempartner, Centre for Digital Cultures, Leuphana University, Lüneburg Advisory and research activities as part of the cooperation between the Center for Digital Cultures and the Institute for Media and Communications Policy (part-time, 10/2012-9/2014) 2002 - 2014: Freelance Contributor to Journalistic Media Regular contributions to outlets including Der Tagesspiegel, Deutschlandfunk, WDR, Süddeutsche Zeitung, and Der Standard, writing on media, politics, and society. 2012 - 13: Director, Medienforum NRW, Film- und Medienstiftung NRW, Düsseldorf Curation and implementation of the 25th edition of one of Europe’s largest conferences for the media industry in Cologne, June 2013 (8/2012-7/2013, contract) 2011 - 12: Director, Development & Research, Institute for Human Sciences (IWM), Vienna Leading a change and strategy project (contract, 10/2011-5/2012) 2009 - 11: Fellow, Stiftung neue Verantwortung, Berlin Leading the projects “Public Leadership” & “Future of Journalism” (contract, 10/2009-8/2011) 2009: Head of Unit, AVE Gesellschaft für Fernsehproduktion mbH, Berlin (Holtzbrinck publishing group) Responsible for three political TV talk formats and five staff (6/2009-12/2009) 2006 - 09: Senior Project Manager and head of project, Bertelsmann Stiftung, Gütersloh Leading concept development and implementation of “Sustainable Governance Indicators” and “Optimizing Political Reform Processes”, two projects on executive governance, reform management and democracy (1/2006-7/2009) Responsible for 8 staff, liaison with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. board members, media, government and international organizations). Frequent public presentations, publications, and media appearances 2005: Trainee, Council of the European Union, Economic Policy Directorate, Brussels Director-General Klaus Gretschmann (5/2005-8/2005) 2004: Visiting Scholar, Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (German Institute for Internat. and Security Affairs), Berlin (4/2004-9/2004) 2003: Freelance work, Süddeutsche Zeitung, Brussels bureau (8/2003-11/2003) 2002: Editor, Medienkontor, Berlin Responsible for “Kreuzfeuer”, two TV-shows (RTL) with the candidates for chancellorship, Gerhard Schröder and Edmund Stoiber (7/2002-10/2002) 1997 - 98: Community service, Schule für Geistigbehinderte, Redwitzstraße (10/1997-11/1998) Education 2004 - 05: Visiting Fellow, Government Department, Harvard University (8/2004-6/2005) 2002 - 07: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Cambridge, Department of Politics and International Studies (CIS) / Pembroke College (conferred 18 July 2008) Thesis title: “National Identity, Mass Media, and the Public Sphere in the EU”; Supervisor: Dr. Geoffrey Edwards 2001 - 02: MPhil, European Studies, History Faculty, University of Cambridge “High performance”-distinction (conferred 10 May 2003) 2000 - 01: Additional studies in the law program of the Humboldt Universität 1998 - 01: Master Studies at Humboldt Universität and Freie Universität Berlin History, Political Science, Communication Studies (completed until BA level. Grade: 1.1) 1991: Fred Hutchinson-School, Seattle, USA (4/1991-9/1991) 1988 - 97: Grammar school (Schiller Gymnasium, Cologne). Final exams with A+/1.0

As a Customer Support Representative, I serve as the first point of contact for customers, ensuring that their issues and questions are resolved efficiently and professionally. I focus on delivering a positive and seamless experience while representing the company’s values and commitment to excellent service. Key Responsibilities: Respond to customer inquiries via [email/chat/phone/social media] with clarity, empathy, and efficiency. Troubleshoot product and service issues and provide clear, actionable solutions. Document and track support interactions using Jira tool Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, sales, technical support) to resolve escalated issues. Gather customer feedback and share insights to help improve our product/service offerings. Maintain a knowledge base and help center articles to support self-service customers. Key Skills: Communication (written and verbal) Problem-solving and conflict resolution Time management and multitasking Customer empathy and patience Achievements: Resolved an average of 100% of tickets within SLA. Maintained a 100% customer satisfaction Helped reduce ticket volume by 70% by contributing to self-help resources.

I have an extensive record of generating, driving, and operationalizing strategic performance, growth, and diversification for international organizations in various sectors across world regions. My core expertise is in executive management, ideating and developing content and enterprise, building advocacy and partnerships with high-level stakeholders within government bodies, business associations, and multinational corporations, transforming ideas into products and services, and policy into branding. I have developed award-winning campaigns with a global reach. My expertise in the strategic planning and delivery of complex mega iconic events, such as the Olympic Games and World Expos is renowned. I have a passion and penchant for entrepreneurship, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communication that has resulted in award-winning film productions and public art initiatives, presented to the public in about twenty countries in both the traditional and TEDx formats.

Interested in Board opportunities

I oversee the financial aspects of grants, ensuring accurate revenue tracking, compliance with grant terms, and preparation of financial reports for funders, with a strong background in accounting and auditing. I am proficient in using software tools to develop financial models for management reporting and implement tools for more efficient reporting delivery. I also have experience building reports in software for monthly, quarterly, and YTD financial reports, assisting with government filings, and reconciling various financial accounts. I aim to provide accurate and timely financial information to support the organization's goals and objectives.

Finance, Controlling (Accounting, AR/AP, Treasury and Costs), HR, Operations, Logistics and Sales as well. Also, provide the Directors with efficient and accurate information coming from KPI's dashboards and BSC that allows them to make decisions to manage efficiently the organization.

I’m a strategic People and Culture professional with over 17 years of global experience driving talent, performance, and learning strategies that enable meaningful and scalable employee experiences. Most notably, I led transformational initiatives across the Standard Bank Group, where I shaped and delivered enterprise-wide performance and talent programmes for 45,000+ employees across multiple geographies. With deep expertise in performance management system implementation, talent lifecycle design, and organisational effectiveness, I blend data-driven decision-making with empathetic stakeholder engagement. My approach is grounded in aligning HR strategies with business outcomes, ensuring practical delivery and long-term impact. More recently, I supported global HR initiatives at ING in the Netherlands, contributing to the design and implementation of talent and learning programmes. While a shorter engagement, it reinforced my ability to adapt quickly and operate effectively in complex, multicultural environments. Now available for freelance and consulting engagements, I bring hands-on leadership, sharp execution, and a passion for helping organisations build people strategies that matter.

Dynamic business executive with a strong track record in strategic project and program leadership, operational management and business transformation across defense, consulting and industrial sectors. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize operational structures and implement large-scale initiative across local and international markets. Experienced in stakeholder management, budgeting, financial and risk oversight and HR leadership. MBA-qualified and fluent in Greek, English and German, I bring a structured, analytical and multicultural mindset, strong negotiation skills and people-focused leadership style to complex organizational environments. Skills: Executive Leadership in Multinational Programs & Operations - Complex Project & Program Management (incl. ILS)- Financial Management- P&L experience -Budgeting & Risk Control - Human capital development-Strategic Planning & Capability Development -Change Management - Global mindset - Contract Negotiation & Stakeholder Management - Problem solving - Strong interpersonal &Communication skills

I'm a performance-driven, hands-on sales & marketing professional with extensive experience in achieving operational excellence, leading strategic business development, and driving sustained organisational growth. Proven track record in exceeding sales targets, closing high-value deals, and scaling international SaaS businesses. Adept at steering and collaborating with cross-functional teams across sales, marketing, and customer success to optimise Revenue Operations and realise company-wide goals. Known for increasing market penetration, refining product portfolios, and implementing MEDDIC & OKRs to drive performance. Skilled in building strong stakeholder relationships and uncovering new growth opportunities for continuous improvement. Multilingual communicator with a knack for resolving complex challenges and delivering innovative AI solutions through emerging technologies. Experienced M&A professional to exit or expand businesses.

Highly experienced and results-driven Corporate Controller with extensive remote work experience in government contracting, financial reporting, and organizational leadership to provide interim finance and accounting services. Proven ability to enhance business operations, develop streamlined accounting processes, and manage multi-department teams for optimal efficiency and compliance.

The development and execution of Partner/Channel Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies globally, within both start-up and scale-up environments, as well as in multinational, billion-pound Cyber Security and technology organizations across both private and public sectors

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I have been leading and managing cold chain distribution, logistics, and supply chain operations for over 30 years, creating value for my organization and my clients. As an operations leader, I am responsible for the operations, financial performance, and customer service of multiple cold chain distribution centers across the region, serving some of the largest and most demanding customers in the food industry. My core competencies include financial and operations management, staff and team development, union negotiations, and process improvement. I am certified as a Supply Chain Analyst by the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA) and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt by the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC), which reflect my commitment to continuous learning and excellence. I am passionate about cold chain and logistics, and I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional partners to solve problems and drive innovation. I also serve as the Chief Logistics Officer at Transportation Consulting Group, where I provide strategic and operational guidance to clients in the transportation and logistics sector.