Jan S.-Freelancer, Researcher, and Leadership Developer
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Experience
Freelancer, Researcher, and Leadership Developer
Freelancer, Researcher, and Leadership Developer
- Consulting, AI/analytics, and leadership services, improving decision-making and communication
- Mentored aspiring leaders, researched new business models, and managed finances as treasurer
Doctoral Researcher in Strategic Management and Digital Innovation
IT University of Copenhagen
- Led ~6M DKK practice and research projects, collaborating globally, including 3-months stay in US
- Presented at 6 conferences and practice workshops, turning complex findings into actionable strategies
- Published 4 research articles on strategy and digital innovation using AI, interviews, and statistical methods
- Designed and taught digital business courses and led events with start-ups, bridging research and business
Consultant in Financial Services
Accenture GmbH
- Spearheaded digital transformation and business intelligence initiatives across 4 strategic client projects
- Enhanced portfolio management through reporting, monitoring, and facilitating stakeholder workshops
- Developed business cases and feasibility studies, driving change in a data-driven and sustainable way
- Drove strategic and innovation initiatives, incl. process optimization and SLA negotiations with senior leaders
Market Research Analyst
TARGOBANK AG & Co. KGaA
- Conducted market and customer analyses, driving strategic initiatives to align with strategic growth goals
- Partnered with marketing teams to drive data-driven reports, optimizing performance and decision-making
Industry experience
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Experienced in Education, Information Technology, Professional Services, and Banking and Finance.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Strategy, Business Intelligence, Project Management, Research and Development, Finance, and Human Resources.
Summary
Strategic generalist with 6+ years in business strategy, AI/analytics, project and portfolio management, and digital innovation across consulting and research. A creative problem-solver, I turn complex challenges into clear direction and actionable ideas, bridging business and technology while engaging stakeholders through structured communication and effective workshops—often with a touch of humor. Curious and empathetic, I uncover patterns and thrive in environments that balance structure with autonomy. Guided by integrity and fairness, I deliver meaningful impact while helping others grow.
Skills
- Business Management: Ms Word, Excel & Powerpoint, Program & Project Management, Design Thinking, Jira, Google
- Data Analytics And Storytelling: Ms Power Bi, Ms Access, Sql, Python, R, Vba, Matlab, Spss, Latex, Celonis
Languages
Education
Westfälische-Wilhelms-University
Master of Science in Information Systems · Information Systems · Münster, Germany
Georg-August-University
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics · Mathematics · Göttingen, Germany
Georg-August-University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration · Business Administration · Göttingen, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Agile Project Management Professional
Atlassian
CFI Corporate Finance Foundations Professional
CFI
CFI Financial Analysis Modeling Professional
CFI
Change Management Professional
Negotiation Professional
American Negotiation Institute
Product Management Professional
Aha!
The Six Sigma Council
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Experience
Global experience
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Qualifications
Profile
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Jan is based in København, Denmark.
Jan speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Advanced), Danish (Intermediate).
Jan has at least 8 years of experience. During this time, Jan has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month. Note that Jan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Jan would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelancer, Researcher, and Leadership Developer, Doctoral Researcher in Strategic Management and Digital Innovation, Consultant in Financial Services.
Jan's most recent position is Freelancer, Researcher, and Leadership Developer at Freelancer, Researcher, and Leadership Developer.
In recent years, Jan has worked for Freelancer, Researcher, and Leadership Developer and IT University of Copenhagen.
Jan is most experienced in industries like Education, Banking and Finance, and Information Technology. Jan also has some experience in Professional Services.
Jan is most experienced in business areas like Strategy, Business Intelligence, and Project Management. Jan also has some experience in Research and Development, Finance, and Human Resources.
Jan has recently worked in industries like Education, Information Technology, and Professional Services.
Jan has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Research and Development, and Strategy.
Jan holds a Master in Information Systems from Westfälische-Wilhelms-University, a Bachelor in Mathematics from Georg-August-University and a Bachelor in Business Administration from Georg-August-University.
Jan has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: Agile Project Management Professional, CFI Corporate Finance Foundations Professional, and CFI Financial Analysis Modeling Professional.
The availability of Jan needs to be confirmed.
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