Andreas Balzer - Partner / Co-Founder

Q: Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Andreas speak?

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months . Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is Partner / Co-Founder at Nexarro .

Q: What companies has Andreas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Nexarro , Carwow Group , and Carwow Germany .

Q: Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Information Technology , and Telecommunication . Andreas also has some experience in Media and Entertainment and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Sales , and Marketing . Andreas also has some experience in Strategy , Operations , and Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Media and Entertainment , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Marketing , Operations , and Business Intelligence .

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Munich, Germany

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Experience

Sep 2025 - Present

9 months

Munich, Germany

Partner / Co-Founder

Nexarro

Launched and leading a new venture in consulting & digital transformation.
Supporting clients in transforming their organisations, scaling growth strategies, building digital operating models, and creating future proof organisations.

Jul 2025 - Sep 2025

3 months

Family Break - Full-Time Parenting

Jul 2022 - Jun 2025

3 years

Munich, Germany

Commercial Director - OEM & Media Business

Carwow Group

Spearheaded global strategy development, media & revenue operations, business analytics, and product innovation, achieving >60% YoY revenue growth.
Cultivated strategic global partnerships with major car brands (OEMs), e.g., Mercedes & Volvo, and lead international teams (>35 FTEs) across diverse markets.
Pioneered new global product introductions (e.g. sponsored listings), enhancing retail media advertising revenue streams.
Streamlined global processes and developed analytics automation, driving sales efficiency and decision-making agility.

Sep 2019 - Jun 2022

2 years 10 months

Munich, Germany

Head of OEM Partnerships - Germany

Carwow Germany

Established a new business unit targeting the market with car brands (OEMs), driving >60% YoY revenue growth (seven digits abs. revenue) through marketplace lead generation, retail media advertising, and data monetization.
Designed and executed go-to-market strategies, continuously refining product-market fit for tech-driven automotive solutions.
Built and led a cross-functional team spanning sales, account management, and operations.

Jul 2017 - Aug 2019

2 years 2 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Chief of Staff to President "Sales China/Hongkong" & "Audi China"

AUDI AG

Oversaw a €20M budget and HR operations for 150+ employees across Germany and China.
Key coordination person to align sales steering between AUDI AG HQ and the China market (>600.000 sales per year).
Represented the President in top management committees and crafted board-level reportings & strategies.
Led strategic projects, including a Joint-Venture restructuring strategy, sales excellence programs and the relocation of a national sales company in China.

Mar 2015 - Jun 2017

2 years 4 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Senior Project Manager “Sales Strategy Europe - Future Retail”

AUDI AG

Directed the redesign of Audi’s European sales system, integrating online/offline retail frameworks and enhancing customer experiences.
Managed cross-functional project, including mobility services and digital business development.

Mar 2012 - Feb 2015

3 years

Project Manager “Global retail development”

AUDI AG

Launched an international leadership development program for Audi dealership managers.
Developed and piloted new dealership personnel frameworks addressing increased product complexity and evolving digital sales trends.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2012

4 years

Internships

Robert Bosch GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
AUDI AG, Ingolstadt, Germany
1&1 Internet AG, Karlsruhe, Germany
Audi Mumbai, India

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Information Technology, Telecommunication, Media and Entertainment, and Professional Services.

Automotive

Information Technology

Telecommunication

Media and Entertainment

Professional Services

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Sales, Project Management, Marketing, Strategy, Operations, and Business Intelligence.

Sales

Project Management

Marketing

Strategy

Operations

Business Intelligence

Summary

Senior international business leader with 15+ years of experience in automotive, e-commerce, digital marketing and marketplaces. Proven record of driving revenue growth (>60% YoY), launching innovative business models, and leading international cross-functional teams. Experience in managing large budgets and international teams. Combines strategic vision with hands-on delivery, scaling new products, building global partnerships and leading digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Commercial Strategy & Go-to-market Execution
Scaling Businesses & Organisations
Marketplace Business Models
Retail Media & Digital Marketing
Enterprise Sales
Global Leadership & Change Management
Revenue Operations & Media Operations
Data Monetization
Data Analytics: Tableau, Amplitude
Productivity Tools: Ms Office, Google Workspace, Salesforce, Miro, Notion
Advertising & Marketing: Cdp/cmp Tools, Google Ad Manager

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Apr 2013 - Aug 2017

Hagen University (Part-time)

Master of Science, Business Administration and Economics · Business Administration and Economics · Hagen, Germany

Sep 2007 - Feb 2012

Pforzheim University

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Engineering · Business Administration and Engineering · Pforzheim, Germany

Oct 2004 - Aug 2007

Lise-Meitner Gymnasium

Abitur (university entrance diploma) · Königsbach-Stein, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 8

Experience in Automotive 16.5 y

Avg length 2 y 3 m

Longest experience 3 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Partner / Co-Founder, Family Break - Full-Time Parenting, Commercial Director - OEM & Media Business

Main industries Automotive, Information Technology, Telecommunication

Main business areas Sales, Project Management, Marketing

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

April 2026

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Andreas speak?

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months. Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Andreas be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Andreas would be well-suited for roles such as: Partner / Co-Founder, Family Break - Full-Time Parenting, Commercial Director - OEM & Media Business.

What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is Partner / Co-Founder at Nexarro.

What companies has Andreas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Nexarro, Carwow Group, and Carwow Germany.

Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Information Technology, and Telecommunication. Andreas also has some experience in Media and Entertainment and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Sales, and Marketing. Andreas also has some experience in Strategy, Operations, and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Media and Entertainment, and Information Technology.

Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Operations, and Business Intelligence.

What is Andreas's education?

Andreas holds a Master in Business Administration and Economics from Hagen University (Part-time) and a Bachelor in Business Administration and Engineering from Pforzheim University.

What is the availability of Andreas?

Andreas will be available part-time from September 2026.

What is the rate of Andreas?

Andreas's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.