Team

Our Advisors

Our advisors guide DAC with strategic foresight and wisdom. They bring decades of leadership experience across government, corporates and international markets, ensuring our clients benefit from world-class perspectives rooted in practical application.

Dr. Siegmar Haasis

Dr. Siegmar Haasis is a global leader in digital engineering and transformation, with over 25 years at Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz, including eight years as CIO of R&D. He has driven large-scale innovation across more than 20 countries and authored five books and 100+ publications on engineering and mobility. As Advisor to DAC, Dr. Haasis brings unmatched expertise in innovation strategy, digital transformation, and global leadership to support our mission of empowering organizations and leaders for the future.

Dr. Prof. Ansgar Gerlicher

Prof. Dr. Ansgar Gerlicher is a leader in mobile and automotive applications, embedded systems, transparent AI and innovation. His work spans autonomous driving, IoT, immersive technologies and mobile security, with a strong focus on user experience, safety and future-oriented innovation. He is uniquely positioned at the intersection of corporates, startups, and academia, bringing together industry and universities to foster impactful collaborations. As Advisor to DAC, he contributes research-grounded expertise in building trusted, innovative and future-ready digital systems that create real impact.