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Berlin, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2024 - Dec 2025

Personal Break and Further Training

Position summary
Industries
Education
Business areas
Finance
Human Resources
Strategy
  • Time for family and personal development 03/2024 - 07/2024
  • Deepened knowledge in business administration, finance, management, and leadership through training and certification "Bachelor Professional of Business (CCI) / Geprüfter Wirtschaftsfachwirt (IHK)" 08/2024 - 07/2025
Jun 2022 - Feb 2024

Head of Business Development

ubitricity Ges. für verteilte Energiesysteme mbH

Position summary
Head of Business Development at ubitricity Ges. für verteilte Energiesysteme mbH
Industries
Energy
Business areas
Operations
Sales
Strategy
  • Led the company’s strategic and operational expansion efforts, from go-to-market strategy and product adaptation through to local rollout and operations.
  • Built the BD & New Markets team from 4 to 10 FTE; successfully expanded the company into the Netherlands; organically doubled the company-wide number of charging points under contract.
Nov 2019 - May 2022

Senior Manager Strategic Business Development

ubitricity Ges. für verteilte Energiesysteme mbH

Position summary
Senior Manager Strategic Business Development at ubitricity Ges. für verteilte Energiesysteme mbH
Industries
Energy
Business areas
Strategy
  • Managed business and expansion strategies for markets outside Europe and global projects in Japan, Korea, Macao, and North America.
  • Member of the strategy team for the company’s turnaround and financing round/sale to Shell.
May 2018 - Oct 2019

Marketing Manager

ubitricity Ges. für verteilte Energiesysteme mbH

Position summary
Marketing Manager at ubitricity Ges. für verteilte Energiesysteme mbH
Industries
Energy
Business areas
Marketing
  • B2B and B2G marketing with a focus on PR, events, and internal communications.
Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

Marketing Manager EU B2B

Dynamic Yield

Position summary
Marketing Manager EU B2B at Dynamic Yield
Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Marketing
  • Omni-channel personalization SAAS.
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

Global Business Development

AirHelp Ltd.

Position summary
Global Business Development at AirHelp Ltd.
Industries
Tourism
Business areas
Sales
Strategy
  • B2B internationalization in the travel/aviation sector.
Jan 2015 - Dec 2024

Contributor in Digitalization and Online Media

sideviews e.V.

Position summary
Contributor in Digitalization and Online Media at sideviews e.V.
Industries
Arts and Crafts
Media and Entertainment
Business areas
Information Technology
Product Development
  • Editorial workshops for the youth commission of the Shadow Museum.
  • Design and implementation of interactive web formats and online collaboration methods for performance art, theater, and museum formats.
Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

Business Development Germany

Kollector SA

Position summary
Business Development Germany at Kollector SA
Industries
Professional Services
Business areas
Sales
Strategy
  • B2B market entry.
Jan 2010 - Dec 2017

Lecturer for Online Marketing Certificate Courses

ebam GmbH Media und Business Akademie

Position summary
Lecturer for Online Marketing Certificate Courses at ebam GmbH Media und Business Akademie
Industries
Education
Business areas
Marketing
Jan 2010 - Dec 2013

Lecturer in Digital Marketing

SAE Institute GmbH

Position summary
Lecturer in Digital Marketing at SAE Institute GmbH
Industries
Education
Business areas
Marketing
  • Delivery of the Digital Journalism Diploma.
Jan 2009 - Dec 2024

Owner/Self-employed

MBD.berlin

Position summary
Owner/Self-employed at MBD.berlin
Industries
Professional Services
Business areas
Marketing
Sales
Strategy
  • Business consulting for business development, digitalization and market entry.
  • Strategy development for SMEs and start-ups across Europe.
  • Marketing and sales strategies for digital business models.
Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

Manager Publisher Services & International Media Sales

ZANOX.de AG, A Company of Axel Springer & PubliGroupe AG

Position summary
Manager Publisher Services & International Media Sales at ZANOX.de AG, A Company of Axel Springer & PubliGroupe AG
Industries
Advertising
Business areas
Marketing
Sales
Jan 2004 - Dec 2006

Teamlead Internet & Online Services

freenet AG

Position summary
Teamlead Internet & Online Services at freenet AG
Industries
Telecommunication
Business areas
Information Technology

Industry experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Education, Arts and Crafts, Media and Entertainment, Energy, and Advertising.

Professional Services
Education
Arts and Crafts
Media and Entertainment
Energy
Advertising
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Business area experience

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Experienced in Sales, Marketing, Strategy, Information Technology, Product Development, and Finance.

Sales
Marketing
Strategy
Information Technology
Product Development
Finance
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Summary

Experienced Business Developer with a successful strategic and operational track record in market expansion, development, and leadership across different industries.

Expertise in e-mobility, energy, sustainability, and the cultural and creative industries, combined with entrepreneurial experience in digital business models and marketing strategies.

Analytical, hands-on, technology-oriented, and committed to delivering results in dynamic, international environments – with a passion for combining business expertise with moral standards and a values-driven focus.

Skills

  • Business Administration & Finance

  • Digital Marketing & Omnichannel Strategy

  • Market Analysis & Business Intelligence

  • Sustainability & E-Mobility Solutions

  • Team Building & Employee Development

  • Intercultural Communication

  • Stakeholder Management

  • Negotiation & Relationship Building

  • Strategic Planning & Business Development

  • Project & Budget Management

  • Market Entry & Internationalization

  • Analytical Problem-Solving

  • Continuous Learning And Development

  • Leadership And Decision-Making

  • Adaptability & Interdisciplinary Thinking

  • Creative Approach

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
French
Elementary
Portuguese
Elementary

Certifications & licenses

Certified Bachelor Professional of Business (CCI) / Gepr. Wirtschaftsfachwirt (IHK)

Krisenkommunikation

Hill+Knowlton Strategies

Advanced Presentation & Public Speaking

Business Accounting & Financial Reporting

IQ Consult

EU Driver’s License Class B

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 13
Experience in Professional Services 16 y
Avg length 4 y 5 m
Longest experience 15 y 11 m

Expertise

Recent roles Head of Business Development, Senior Manager Strategic Business Development, Marketing Manager
Main industries Professional Services, Education, Arts and Crafts
Main business areas Sales, Marketing, Strategy

Qualifications

Certifications earned 5

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Rene is based in Berlin, Germany.

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

Rene has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Rene has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Rene may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Rene would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of Business Development, Senior Manager Strategic Business Development, Marketing Manager.

In recent years, Rene has worked for Personal Break and Further Training, ubitricity Ges. für verteilte Energiesysteme mbH, sideviews e.V., and MBD.berlin.

Rene is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Arts and Crafts, and Media and Entertainment. Rene also has some experience in Education, Energy, and Advertising.

Rene is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Marketing, and Strategy. Rene also has some experience in Information Technology, Product Development, and Finance.

Rene has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Arts and Crafts, and Media and Entertainment.

Rene has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Sales, and Marketing.

Rene has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Certified Bachelor Professional of Business (CCI) / Gepr. Wirtschaftsfachwirt (IHK), Krisenkommunikation, and Advanced Presentation & Public Speaking.

The availability of Rene needs to be confirmed.

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