Ms. Natalie K. currently holds the esteemed position of CEO at Unternehmertag AG, a prestigious networking organization renowned for its global influence, gathering 600 of the world’s foremost entrepreneurs, investors, politicians, and prominent figures annually at the renowned “Unternehmertag” event in Germany, which debuted in 2007. With a career spanning 26 years, Ms. K. has cultivated extensive international experience, primarily within the realms of hospitality, tourism, and service industries. Throughout her professional journey, she has held senior leadership roles in Sales & Marketing, Events, PR, and Communications, demonstrating a profound aptitude for strategic management and interpersonal relations. Additionally, she is passionate about empowering women in their professional growth, advocating for their advancement in various sectors.
Ansgar Gerlicher, serving as a professor of computer science, specializes in mobile and automotive applications, IoT, AI, and distributed systems. As the founder of the Institute for Mobility and Digital Innovation and the REMEX research initiative, Ansgar is deeply involved in advancing research and innovation in these domains. Prior to his tenure at Stuttgart Media University, he accrued extensive experience as a software architect and consultant in telecommunications and automotive industries. Ansgar’s contributions extend to his pivotal role in the Arena2036 research campus, supported by the German Ministry of Research and Education, where he leads the FlexCAR research consortium, focusing on developing an open platform for future vehicles, including autonomous driving. Ansgar also serves as a mentor and co-founder of various startup ventures, and his academic achievements include numerous publications in esteemed international conference proceedings and co-authoring several books on mobile software development, computer science, and media.
Shayma Kurz, CEO and Founder of Digital Advice, excels in developing and tracking strategic initiatives and driving digital transformation across organizations. With extensive experience in project management and software development within agile framework teams, Shayma previously served as COO and Head of R&D at BaseTrack, a startup where she led multiple departments including HR, Procurement, Business Development, Sales, Aftersales, IT, and R&D. During her 12-year tenure at Mercedes-Benz, she refined her expertise in IT, Procurement, Sales and R&D, notably spearheading the implementation of the Data & Analytics Platform blueprint across China, India, and Germany. Her project management experience spans Europe, the Middle East, the USA, India, and China. Committed to technological advancement, Shayma remains dedicated to staying abreast of the latest innovations and consistently seeks opportunities for progress. She is deeply passionate about fostering female empowerment in STEM fields, actively supporting women in overcoming challenges and advancing in their careers.