Roland (M.) Cernat-Founder & Chief AI Officer
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Experience
Founder & Chief AI Officer
AI for Business
- Lead ARRCH® & AI Design Sprint® implementations (1:1, team, org-level)
- Drive ROI-in-Weeks pilots: average pay-back in 8 weeks, 25 %+ cost-to-value delta
- Coach decision-makers to own an AI narrative that sticks with boards & teams
- Build repeatable systems, no one-off hacks, so capabilities scale, not just demos
- Trained 300+ professionals, achieving 72 % daily ARRCH adoption after 30 days
- Validated a median of 4 use-cases per sprint, with 2 entering production within one quarter
- Rolled out Microsoft 365 Copilot with 10 % month-on-month adoption across 5 departments
Digital Business Expert (Innovation & GenAI)
Miba Group
- Seamlessly integrated AI into workflows, identifying optimal AI opportunities and cultivating an AI-first mindset
- Developed a robust AI strategy and led change management for internal ChatGPT implementation
- Project leader for the Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption and evaluation; developed the adoption strategy
- Increased generative AI adoption (ChatGPT) by 10 % monthly over 12 months
- Led and developed tailored GenAI workshops for 300+ employees across departments
- Conducted AI use case discovery sessions across 5 departments
- Implemented AI use cases with >25 % ROI per case
Innovation and Digital Strategy Manager
verlag moderne industrie GmbH
- Crafted and refined innovation processes, spotting opportunities and risks, and devising actionable plans
- Established a monitoring system for internal innovation, competitor analysis, and trends to optimize product-market alignment
- Developed digital strategies and executed go-to-market plans from inception to implementation
- Assessed conventional business models and adapted them to dynamic digital landscapes for heightened competitiveness
Innovation, Digital Strategy and Transformation Management
Independent Consultant
- Consulted at the intersection of design, business, strategy, and technology for established companies and startups
- Identified and refined new business opportunities to improve products and differentiate from competitors
- Launched 1–3 new products, services, categories, or experiences per client by exploring complex scenarios
- Implemented lean trend screening processes, resulting in a 20 % average increase in customer satisfaction per client
- Enhanced product-market fit, driving a 25 % average increase in brand recognition and 10 % average increase in market share per client
- Aligned teams under a common leitmotiv, yielding a 20 % average increase in employee morale and 15 % average business growth per customer
Project and Product Manager
Project and Product Manager
- Conducted comprehensive market research, informing strategies that increased clients' market share by an average of 20 %
- Devised and executed go-to-market strategies, boosting customer retention rates by 15 %
- Spearheaded testing of pioneering design concepts and tech innovations, launching 1–3 innovative features per client
- Harmonized client platforms with corporate identity, amplifying user engagement by an average of 10 %
- Strategically optimized resource allocation, yielding a 30 % increase in efficiency
Head of Department (Automotive)
Creative Wave GmbH
- Led automotive projects of varying scale from local to global with a flexible leadership style
- Managed a team of 14 employees and up to 20 contractors, balancing budget, resources, and project requirements
- Completed over 25 projects on schedule and within budget; managed contracts valued up to €1 million each
- Tracked up to 5 simultaneously running projects and created comprehensive project plans
- Reduced cost overruns by 10 % through staffing demand forecast documents and proactive risk identification
Co-Founder
Zyncd
- Led development of an AI-driven smart CV platform to match job ads with candidates, boosting match accuracy by 25 %
- Coordinated with technical teams to set clear goals and track progress
- Mapped out a product strategy introducing 14 AI features, resulting in a 45 % increase in user engagement and satisfaction
- Strategically positioned the platform to grow the customer base by 30 % and reduce churn by 40 %
Co-Founder
ImmoMatch
- Co-founded an AI-driven online platform for tenant-landlord matching in real estate, streamlining processes for efficiency
- Developed and optimized business processes and a user-friendly interface for seamless interactions
- Mastered AI applications in real estate innovation under resource constraints
Founder and Freelance Designer
ObeyaDesign Agency
- Founded an agency focused on sustainable product design, balancing user needs and company goals
- Crafted a unique design philosophy combining work ethics, aesthetics, and technical excellence
- Engaged with customers to inform design decisions and deliver impactful solutions
Industry experience
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Experienced in Professional Services, Information Technology, Automotive, Manufacturing, Real Estate, and Media and Entertainment.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Product Development, Project Management, Strategy, Information Technology, Sustainability Management, and Marketing.
Summary
I help leaders, team managers and executives who feel the heat.
The urge to show AI impact fast, visibly, and without risking reputation.
- ARRCH® Framework: a thinking system for reliable AI answers
- AI Design Sprint®: a fast path to validated use-cases with measurable ROI
- Power AI Sessions: clarity-building sessions that shift your mindset to motion
“You don’t need to master AI. You need to move with it - confidently.”
“I stopped experimenting. Now I’m executing with confidence.” Markus H., Executive
“Now I have a way to lead the conversation, not just follow it.” Christina F., Head of Transformation
“Roland is someone who instantly understood me and gave me the frameworks and confidence to work with AI. No BS. No hype.” Thomas K., Managing Director
Skills
- Ai Consulting
- Ai Training
- Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption
- How To Found And Drive Startup 101
- Understanding Ai Technology 101
- Product Design
- Industrial Design
- Automotive Design
- Web & App Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Patents
- Trade Marks
- Corporate Identity
- Brand Identity
- Taxonomy & Terminology
- Design Thinking
- Design Strategy
- Design Research
- Ux / User Experience
- Ui / User Interface
Languages
Education
Ohio State University
Industrial Design · Columbus, United States
Fachhochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd
Diploma · Digital and Product Design · Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany
Certifications & licenses
AI Design Sprint Facilitator
Certified Member Of The AI Class ➜ Power AI Sessions: clarity-building sessions that shift your AI For Business Leaders mindset to motion
Generative AI Business Strategy ➜ ARRCH® Framework: a thinking system for reliable AI answers
How To Research And Write Using ➜ AI Design Sprint®: a fast path to validated use-cases with Generative AI Tools measurable ROI
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Profile
Frequently asked questions
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Roland is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Roland speaks the following languages: German (Native), Romanian (Native), English (Advanced).
Roland has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Roland has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years. Note that Roland may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Roland would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder & Chief AI Officer, Digital Business Expert (Innovation & GenAI), Innovation and Digital Strategy Manager.
Roland's most recent position is Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI for Business.
In recent years, Roland has worked for AI for Business, Miba Group, and verlag moderne industrie GmbH.
Roland is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology, and Automotive. Roland also has some experience in Manufacturing, Real Estate, and Media and Entertainment.
Roland is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Strategy. Roland also has some experience in Information Technology, Sustainability Management, and Marketing.
Roland has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Professional Services, and Automotive.
Roland has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Strategy.
Roland attended Ohio State University for Industrial Design.
Roland has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: AI Design Sprint Facilitator, Certified Member Of The AI Class ➜ Power AI Sessions: clarity-building sessions that shift your AI For Business Leaders mindset to motion, and Generative AI Business Strategy ➜ ARRCH® Framework: a thinking system for reliable AI answers.
The availability of Roland needs to be confirmed.
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