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Lilien (Linda) Schneider

Chief Business Development Officer

Lilien Schneider
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Munich, Germany

Experience

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 3 months
Munich, Germany

Chief Business Development Officer

SMT Group

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Position Summary
Chief Business Development Officer at SMT Group
Industries
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Sales
Strategy
  • Collaborate with C-level to develop market entry strategies, outlining key steps and tactics to successfully penetrate new markets and establish strong presence and market share
  • Leverage networking and collaboration with industry experts to gain insights, exchange knowledge, and build valuable partnerships for business development
  • Pivotal role in the M&A process by identifying suitable acquisition targets, reaching out to potential companies, and conducting negotiations to secure successful acquisitions
  • Ensure seamless integration of acquired companies into the existing business structure, overseeing the entire process to maximize synergies and achieve strategic objectives
Mar 2021 - Present
5 years 1 month
Munich, Germany

Consultant

Freelance Sales and Business Development

Expertise details
Position Summary
Consultant at Freelance Sales and Business Development
Industries
Information Technology
Retail
Business Areas
Customer Service
Sales
Strategy
  • Advise and consult multiple international e-commerce and tech startups/mid-size businesses on market potential, providing strategic insights to maximize their sales growth
  • Identify and vet qualified distributors, suppliers and partners to establish strong and mutually beneficial B2B and B2C relationships, ensuring the right fit for sustainable revenue generation
  • Successfully conduct cold calling campaigns to promote and sell diverse products, consistently achieving targets and closing sales cycles
  • Nurture long-term customer relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Lead and manage a diverse team of 20 customer service professionals from 8 European countries, guiding their performance to consistently achieve or exceed their targets
  • Foster strong professional networks by leading panel discussions and spearheading initiatives to empower women in sales, driving diversity and positive change within various industries
Nov 2020 - Present
5 years 5 months
Netherlands

Female Entrepreneurship Representative

Dutch Students for Entrepreneurship

Expertise details
Position Summary
Female Entrepreneurship Representative at Dutch Students for Entrepreneurship
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Project Management
  • Facilitated leadership and skill workshops to support interested students in starting their own business
  • Collaborated with the Dutch government to implement initiatives that eliminate entrepreneurial obstacles for women and advance equal business opportunities for female students in the Netherlands
Sep 2020 - Sep 2021
1 year 1 month
Maastricht, Netherlands

Board Member

Founders Club

Expertise details
Position Summary
Board Member at Founders Club
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Marketing
Product Development
  • Established interactive knowledge platform for students with entrepreneurial mindset, fostering a strong entrepreneurial community across all 6 faculties of Maastricht University
  • Organized presentations, case studies, guest lectures, and social events to bridge the gap between academic entrepreneurship and first experiences in practice
Mar 2020 - Mar 2021
1 year 1 month
Vienna, Austria

Co-Founder

hafla

Expertise details
Position Summary
Co-Founder at hafla
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Marketing
Sales
  • Took personal ownership of building partnerships and understanding customer needs, driving the development of tailored solutions seeking out suitable companies interested in collaborating
  • Proactively identified and engaged with potential partners, effectively conveying the value proposition of our platform and securing their commitment to join our ecosystem
  • Utilized a targeted approach in identifying companies that align with our platform's vision and values, ensuring optimal synergy and long-term business relationships
  • Acquired user base of 500 users and establishing 20 strategic partnerships within a span of 5 months

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Education, Retail, and Manufacturing.

Information Technology
Education
Retail
Manufacturing
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Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Sales, Project Management, Strategy, Customer Service, Marketing, and Product Development.

Sales
Project Management
Strategy
Customer Service
Marketing
Product Development
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Skills

  • Data Base
  • Rstudio
  • Slack
  • Trello
  • Clickup
  • Shopify
  • Pipedrive
  • Gorgias
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced
Dutch
Advanced

Education

Aug 2020 - Aug 2021

Maastricht University School of Business and Economics

Master of Science, International Business, Minor: Entrepreneurship and Business Development, Honors: Cum Laude · International Business · Maastricht, Netherlands

Sep 2019 - Jan 2020

Universidad ESAN

International Business · Lima, Peru

Sep 2017 - Aug 2020

Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU)

Bachelor of Science, Economics and Social Sciences, Minor: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Diversity Management, Honors: · Economics and Social Sciences · Vienna, Austria

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5
Experience in Information Technology 6 y
Avg length 3 y 1 m
Longest experience 5 y 4 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 3 (Germany, Netherlands, Austria)
Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Chief Business Development Officer, Consultant, Female Entrepreneurship Representative
Main industries Information Technology, Education, Retail
Main business areas Sales, Project Management, Strategy

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

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Where is Lilien based?

Lilien is based in Munich, Germany.

What languages does Lilien speak?

Lilien speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Dutch (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Lilien have?

Lilien has at least 6 years of experience. During this time, Lilien has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Lilien may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Lilien be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Lilien would be well-suited for roles such as: Chief Business Development Officer, Consultant, Female Entrepreneurship Representative.

What is Lilien's latest experience?

Lilien's most recent position is Chief Business Development Officer at SMT Group.

What companies has Lilien worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Lilien has worked for SMT Group, Freelance Sales and Business Development, Dutch Students for Entrepreneurship, Founders Club, and hafla.

Which industries is Lilien most experienced in?

Lilien is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Education, and Retail. Lilien also has some experience in Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Lilien most experienced in?

Lilien is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Project Management, and Strategy. Lilien also has some experience in Customer Service, Marketing, and Product Development.

Which industries has Lilien worked in recently?

Lilien has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Education, and Retail.

Which business areas has Lilien worked in recently?

Lilien has recently worked in business areas like Sales, Project Management, and Strategy.

What is Lilien's education?

Lilien holds a Master in International Business from Maastricht University School of Business and Economics and a Bachelor in Economics and Social Sciences from Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU).

What is the availability of Lilien?

Lilien is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Lilien?

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

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