David Huber - Consultant for AI Strategy and Digitization

Q: Where is David based?

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

Q: What languages does David speak?

David speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does David have?

David has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, David has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months . Note that David may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is David's latest experience?

David's most recent position is Consultant for AI Strategy and Digitization at ai-strategy.io .

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

In recent years, David has worked for ai-strategy.io and Technical University of Munich .

Q: Which industries is David most experienced in?

David is most experienced in industries like Education , Information Technology , and Automotive . David also has some experience in Energy , Manufacturing , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is David most experienced in?

David is most experienced in business areas like Strategy , Research and Development , and Marketing . David also has some experience in Sales , Information Technology , and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in industries like Education and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in business areas like Strategy , Research and Development , and Business Intelligence .

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Munich, Germany

Experience

Jul 2024 - Present

1 year 9 months

Consultant for AI Strategy and Digitization

ai-strategy.io

AI vision development: Match external best practices with analysis of processes, interfaces, stakeholders, data flows, and output KPI, creating a long-term target picture of process automation and AI augmentation
Curated employee training framework, e.g. for public service foundation: Basics of AI, generative AI applications, evaluation of human judgement and machine control in socially critical applications
Implemented advanced upskilling courses specialized for product managers: Using AI in innovation, portfolio management, process automation, and marketing to promote novel products and services
Multiple keynote speaker: AI-driven organizational transformation powered by cultural transformation and forward-looking leadership practices
Ongoing exchange of expertise and experiences with personal network of leading AI strategists at multinational corporations, e.g., Siemens, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, McDonald’s, Adidas, Linde, Infineon, TÜV Süd, to collect business best practices
Cooperation with expert leadership networks, e.g. TEC Leadership Institute and PM1 to strengthen impact through increased reach across organizations and industries

Jan 2020 - Present

6 years 3 months

Munich, Germany

Lecturer & Researcher (Post-Doctoral / Doctoral)

Technical University of Munich

Investigating the effective integration and use of AI in organizations, including changes in structures, decision-making, innovation, and leadership, based on the Behavioral Theory of the Firm
Extensive work with DAX organizations on the history, use, and implementation of AI. Observations, interviews, and workshops with C-level and technology experts over 4 years. Qualitative analysis of organizational strategies, structural changes, and successes
Development of long-term AI strategy for local SMEs from various industries, implementation and success tracking of initial AI use cases, as scientific advisor for the project KI Transfer Plus in cooperation with the Bavarian Ministry for Digital Affairs and AppliedAI
Published article on the effects of AI on Strategic Leadership, analyzing challenges and tasks for strategic leaders in the age of AI, focusing on the key decisions of AI use as process tool or business model re-design
Conceptual contribution to innovation theory through analysis of the effects of AI on the process of innovation, distinguishing between incremental- and breakthrough innovation to describe future roles for humans and algorithms in creating new ideas, products, and services

Oct 2017 - Dec 2019

2 years 3 months

Senior Consultant / Acting Project Manager

Goetzpartners Management Consultants

Advised clients in strategic and operational challenges, e.g.: Operations improvements, business model digitization, operating model design, IT transformation and cyber security infrastructure, agile work
Acting project manager and C-level contact for projects with EBIT impact up to EUR 9m, leading and developing junior consultant teams
Focus project: Large-scale operational efficiency program across organizational divisions, including creation of a new digital service business model and associated IT infrastructure set-up
Part of the consulting teams Digital Business / Industrials, whitepapers on business model platformization and digitization, new consulting strategies towards the Industrial Internet of Things and platform-driven businesses

Jan 2015 - May 2017

2 years 5 months

Consultant / Senior Consultant

Siemens Management Consulting

C-level strategic projects incl. post-merger integration, service sales, restructuring management. Industries: Digital services, mobility, energy
Focus project: Ecosystem development and go-to-market strategy for the leading Industrial Internet of Things Platform, including cross-divisional strategic plans and C-level alignment

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Education, Information Technology, Automotive, Energy, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Education

Information Technology

Automotive

Energy

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Strategy, Research and Development, Marketing, Sales, Information Technology, and Project Management.

Strategy

Research and Development

Marketing

Sales

Information Technology

Project Management

Summary

I support organizations and leaders in generating value from Artificial Intelligence and Digitization initiatives, building on extensive insights and know-how from practice and academia. With project management experience from strategy consulting, managing projects around digital transformation and business model innovation in complex stakeholder environments. Combining this experience with a doctorate summa cum laude on organizational AI management from the Technical University of Munich, I enable organizations in effective transformation with AI: Tailored and targeted AI strategy development, operational implementation of AI use cases for efficiency gains and value creation, and change management towards an AI-driven future with a focus on the value of human ingenuity.

Skills

It / Data Analytics

Foundational Understanding Of Programming In R, Octave, Python, Including Machine Learning With Various Algorithms Such As Decision Trees, Neural Networks
Extensive Experience With Llms And Agentic Genai Implementation For Various Tasks
Quantitative Data Analysis (Multiple Phd-level Seminars): Statistical Modelling, Machine Learning, Advanced Microeconometrics
Qualitative Data Analysis (Multiple Phd-level Seminars): Social Evaluation Of Organizational Actions, Institutional And Behavioral Theories Of Organizing
Advanced Understanding Of Ms Office Tools, Esp. Excel, Powerpoint

Political Engagement

Part Of European Policy Board For Volt Europa (2020-2024) – A Pan-european Political Movement Looking To Strengthen Eu-wide Policy-making, Focusing On Digitization And Innovation Incentives, Climate Protection, Future-proof Energy Systems, And Defense

Sports / Music

Tum University Choir
Trombone In School And University Big Bands
Club-level Football Sc München (Starting 2024) And Tsv Lustnau (1996-2014)
Imperial College Golf-team 2013-14

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Elementary

Education

Oct 2013 - Sep 2014

Imperial College Business School

MSc Management · Management · London, United Kingdom · Distinction (highest honors)

Sep 2009 - Apr 2013

University of Bayreuth

BA Philosophy & Economics · Philosophy & Economics · Bayreuth, Germany · 1.8 / 5 (top score 1)

Technical University of Munich

Doctor rer. pol., Managing AI – Organizational Strategy and Structure in The Between Times of Artificial Intelligence · Organizational AI management · Munich, Germany · summa cum laude

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 4

Experience in Education 6 y

Avg length 3 y 1 m

Longest experience 6 y 2 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Consultant for AI Strategy and Digitization, Lecturer & Researcher (Post-Doctoral / Doctoral), Senior Consultant / Acting Project Manager

Main industries Education, Information Technology, Automotive

Main business areas Strategy, Research and Development, Marketing

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Profile

Created

October 2025

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Where is David based?

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

What languages does David speak?

David speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does David have?

David has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, David has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months. Note that David may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would David be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, David would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant for AI Strategy and Digitization, Lecturer & Researcher (Post-Doctoral / Doctoral), Senior Consultant / Acting Project Manager.

What is David's latest experience?

David's most recent position is Consultant for AI Strategy and Digitization at ai-strategy.io.

What companies has David worked for in recent years?

In recent years, David has worked for ai-strategy.io and Technical University of Munich.

Which industries is David most experienced in?

David is most experienced in industries like Education, Information Technology, and Automotive. David also has some experience in Energy, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is David most experienced in?

David is most experienced in business areas like Strategy, Research and Development, and Marketing. David also has some experience in Sales, Information Technology, and Project Management.

Which industries has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in industries like Education and Professional Services.

Which business areas has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Research and Development, and Business Intelligence.

What is David's education?

David holds a Doctorate in Organizational AI management from Technical University of Munich, a Master in Management from Imperial College Business School and a Bachelor in Philosophy & Economics from University of Bayreuth.

What is the availability of David?

David is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of David?

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