Balázs Wittmann - Team Lead Strategy + Program Manager NextGen Aircraft (interim)

Q: Where is Balázs based?

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

Q: What languages does Balázs speak?

Balázs speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Hungarian (Advanced), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Balázs have?

Balázs has at least 12 years of experience. During this time, Balázs has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months . Note that Balázs may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Balázs's latest experience?

Balázs's most recent position is Team Lead Strategy + Program Manager NextGen Aircraft (interim) at Volocopter GmbH .

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

In recent years, Balázs has worked for Volocopter GmbH and Azena – A Bosch IoT Start-up .

Q: Which industries is Balázs most experienced in?

Balázs is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense , Banking and Finance , and Construction . Balázs also has some experience in Manufacturing , Government and Administration , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas is Balázs most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Balázs worked in recently?

Balázs has recently worked in industries like Aerospace and Defense and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Balázs worked in recently?

Balázs has recently worked in business areas like Strategy , Project Management , and Operations .

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Karlsruhe, Germany

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Experience

Sep 2023 - Present

2 years 10 months

Bruchsal, Germany

Team Lead Strategy + Program Manager NextGen Aircraft (interim)

Volocopter GmbH

Reshaped the company’s long-term strategic direction, crafting a purpose, vision and mission to create a purpose-driven performance culture
Completed the next critical milestone for the NextGen aircraft development by heading the program management, fostering collaboration of a cross-functional team and validating requirements through a customer advisory board
Led the M&A process for the divestment of a business unit, including due diligence, valuation, and negotiation with buyers
Boosted revenue growth potential by refining the core business model and identifying aftersales as a key growth stream
Led a high-performing team, mentoring five direct reports to deliver on strategic initiatives

Nov 2021 - Aug 2022

10 months

Bruchsal, Germany

Senior Manager Strategy & Execution

Volocopter GmbH

Eliminated inefficiencies by discontinuing non-lucrative business streams and achieving substantial CAPEX savings
Orchestrated the company’s first product delivery project, uniting engineering, logistics, business development, and external partners to meet delivery goals
Facilitated strategic leadership alignment by designing and hosting the annual strategy retreat for the Senior Leadership Team
Advanced organizational focus by managing the improvement of company-wide OKRs

Apr 2019 - Oct 2021

2 years 7 months

Munich, Germany

Strategic Program Manager

Azena – A Bosch IoT Start-up

Scaled the company from concept to market launch by leading strategic execution of the launch MVP
Accelerated brand impact by leading rebranding efforts that improved market positioning and enhanced customer engagement
Optimized operations by streamlining financial and sales processes, improving efficiency and supporting scaling objectives
Enhanced organizational alignment by fostering team cohesion through impactful events and leadership initiatives

Feb 2014 - Mar 2019

5 years 2 months

Junior Consultant, Consultant, Managing Consultant in Strategy, Innovation & Sales

Horváth & Partners Management Consultants

Delivered strategic consulting services across aviation, banking, manufacturing, public sector, and construction industries
Gained skills in strategic management, business model design, Balanced Scorecard and KPIs, strategic initiative management, project management, market analysis, blockchain, process optimization, stakeholder communication and management, moderation, and presentation

Jun 2013 - Jan 2014

8 months

Berlin, Germany

Freelancer

TauRes Gesellschaft für Investmentberatung

Provided tailored investment consultation services to individual clients, building trust and financial literacy

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Aerospace and Defense, Banking and Finance, Construction, Manufacturing, Government and Administration, and Information Technology.

Aerospace and Defense

Banking and Finance

Construction

Manufacturing

Government and Administration

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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

Strategy

Project Management

Operations

Business Intelligence

Finance

Marketing

Summary

Resilient and adaptable business leader with 10 years of experience and a talent for thriving in VUCA environments. With extensive experience in strategy, program management, and cross-functional leadership, combining a results-driven mindset, strong focus on fostering team spirit and a good sense of humour.

Skills

Advanced: Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient: Atlassian Jira/Confluence
Crossfit & Functional Training
Meditation
Personal Development
Capital Markets & Trading
Reading Mostly Non-Fiction

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Hungarian

Advanced

French

Elementary

Education

Sep 2015 - Sep 2016

University of St Andrews

Master of Letters in International Business, Focus: Innovation and Entrepreneurship · International Business · St Andrews, United Kingdom · First class (honoured by placement on the Deans’ List)

Oct 2009 - Sep 2013

Berlin School of Economics and Law & University of Hertfordshire

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Double Degree, Focus: Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Finance · Business Administration · Berlin, Germany · First Class Hons (German equivalent of 1.5)

Aug 2001 - May 2008

Romain-Rolland Gymnasium

Abitur, Majors: English, Physics · Berlin, Germany · 2.0

Certifications & licenses

Strategy Execution And Balanced Scorecard Implementation Certificate

European Business School

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Aerospace and Defense 8.5 y

Avg length 2 y 4 m

Longest experience 5 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Team Lead Strategy + Program Manager NextGen Aircraft (interim), Senior Manager Strategy & Execution, Strategic Program Manager

Main industries Aerospace and Defense, Banking and Finance, Construction

Main business areas Strategy, Project Management, Operations

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

June 2025

Last Update

June 2026

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Where is Balázs based?

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

What languages does Balázs speak?

Balázs speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Hungarian (Advanced), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Balázs have?

Balázs has at least 12 years of experience. During this time, Balázs has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months. Note that Balázs may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Balázs be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Balázs would be well-suited for roles such as: Team Lead Strategy + Program Manager NextGen Aircraft (interim), Senior Manager Strategy & Execution, Strategic Program Manager.

What is Balázs's latest experience?

Balázs's most recent position is Team Lead Strategy + Program Manager NextGen Aircraft (interim) at Volocopter GmbH.

What companies has Balázs worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Balázs has worked for Volocopter GmbH and Azena – A Bosch IoT Start-up.

Which industries is Balázs most experienced in?

Balázs is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Banking and Finance, and Construction. Balázs also has some experience in Manufacturing, Government and Administration, and Information Technology.

Which business areas is Balázs most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Balázs worked in recently?

Balázs has recently worked in industries like Aerospace and Defense and Information Technology.

Which business areas has Balázs worked in recently?

Balázs has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Project Management, and Operations.

What is Balázs's education?

Balázs holds a Master in International Business from University of St Andrews and a Bachelor in Business Administration from Berlin School of Economics and Law & University of Hertfordshire.

Does Balázs have any certificates?

Balázs has 1 certificate: Strategy Execution And Balanced Scorecard Implementation Certificate.

What is the availability of Balázs?

Balázs is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Balázs?

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