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Executive Leadership & Transformation
Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
Are processes slowing down digital change and innovation failing to move forward? As a CDO, I help build sustainable digital structures.
Digital transformation today means far more than introducing new technologies. Companies need to develop digital business models, redesign customer experiences and create new opportunities for growth at the same time.
As a Chief Digital Officer, I combine more than 25 years of experience in digital technologies, platforms and user experience with a clear business perspective — to develop digital strategies and lead organizations through transformation.
The Role of the Chief Digital Officer
01
Corporate Strategy
Digital initiatives consistently support company goals and create long-term competitive advantages.
02
Product Development & Customer Experience
Digital products and customer experiences are developed systematically to increase customer value.
03
Technology & Innovation
Technology is applied deliberately to drive innovation, efficiency and growth.
04
Organizational Development
Digital transformation only succeeds with the right structures, processes and capabilities.
The First 90 Days
Digital transformation that creates direction immediately — without changing everything on day one.
Days 1–30
Assess & Listen
- Understand digital maturity, systems and processes
- Talk to executive management, business functions and IT
- Clarify the stakeholder map and expectations
- Identify the biggest opportunities and blockers
Days 31–60
Roadmap & First Execution
- Develop a transformation roadmap with clear priorities
- Launch a visible pilot project
- Clarify governance and decision paths
- Strengthen digital capabilities in the team
Days 61–90
Scale & Embed
- Evaluate the pilot and connect results to business metrics
- Set up the change process across the wider organization
- Present the digital strategy for the coming quarters
- Establish durable ownership and responsibilities
My Focus Areas
Digital Transformation
Create more efficient structures, new opportunities and sustainable competitive advantages.
Digital Business Models
Identify new forms of value creation and turn them into viable models.
Platforms & Customer Experience
Bring user needs, technology and business goals together.
AI & Innovation
Identify AI potential and turn it into concrete competitive advantages.
Experience from 25+ Years of Digitalization
For more than 25 years, I have worked with digital technologies, platforms and business models — from early web applications to today’s platform, SaaS and AI economy.
- Built and scaled a digital agency
- Developed digital platforms and communities
- International B2B platforms
- AI products and digital innovation
What Companies Ask Me First
Do we need a CDO if we already have an IT leader?
Yes, the roles complement each other. IT leadership is responsible for systems and operations — a CDO is responsible for digital business strategy and prioritization between business and technology.
How quickly does impact become visible?
A transformation roadmap with clear priorities is usually in place after 60 days. A first visible pilot project is typically delivered toward the end of the first 90 days.
How is this different from a traditional digital agency?
An agency delivers projects. I take on leadership responsibility within the company itself — including prioritization, budget responsibility and accountability to executive management.
How is the collaboration organized?
As a time-limited transformation mandate, ongoing support with reduced hours, or as an advisor alongside executive management — aligned in the first conversation.
Typical Engagements
CDO
Taking on digital leadership and transformation responsibility.
CDO Sparring
Regular strategic support as a sparring partner for digital decisions.
Digital Transformation Advisory
Sparring partner for executive teams, investors and management.
AI & Digital Strategy
Developing AI and digital strategies for companies.
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