Simon Flachsbart - AI and Innovation Management Lecturer

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Murten, Switzerland

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Experience

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 8 months

Lecturer in AI and Innovation Management

Berner Fachhochschule BFH

Teaching courses in the areas of AI and innovation management
Embedded in specific CAS programs and offering micro courses for students and non-students

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Startup Founder

YourWaiter

Renting out Android tablets, including software, as a replacement for menu cards in restaurants
Developing the product definition, technical solution, and business model
Integration into existing restaurant POS systems and direct transmission of orders to the cash register

Jan 2020 - Present

6 years 8 months

Digital Wizard

Aorlinn GmbH

Helps companies implement their software projects without needing to build expertise or deal with uncertainty.

Jan 2018 - Dec 2020

3 years

Head of Software Development

ADVIS AG

Leading the software team and assigning tasks
Creating high-level concepts
Capturing and documenting customer requirements

Jan 2016 - Dec 2018

3 years

Digitalization Consultant

ERNI Consulting AG

Advising customers on the digitalization of their processes
Developing solutions for automation requirements

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

Consultant for Digitalization / Vocational Trainer

Noser Engineering AG

Development of solutions for the digitalization of production processes in collaboration with customers

Jan 2009 - Dec 2014

6 years

Head of Software Solutions / Solution Designer

Logic Park AG

Management of the product portfolio for the digitalization of manufacturing companies
Provision of comprehensive tools and solutions for customers

Jan 2007 - Dec 2009

3 years

Software Developer / Vocational Trainer

Nexplore AG

Gained initial experience in web development

Jan 2002 - Dec 2006

5 years

Apprenticeship as Electronics Technician / Software Developer

Kern AG

Development of controls for machines in hardware and software

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Education, and Food and Beverage.

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Education

Food and Beverage

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Product Development, Operations, Research and Development, Strategy, and Sales.

Information Technology

Product Development

Operations

Research and Development

Strategy

Sales

Summary

Through my experience in different industries and roles, I have learned to move between the technical world and the business or management world. I speak both languages and help bridge the gap between them.

I make sure that software projects are commissioned, planned, and implemented successfully, without customers needing expertise in IT or software.

In the different projects, I have learned that every customer likes a different level of detail. From «just do it, I do not want to be involved» to «I want regular reports and to be deeply involved» everything is possible.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

Portuguese

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2007 - Jun 2011

Berner Fachhochschule

Bachelor of Science · Software and Computer Science, Mobile Technologies and Applications · Bern, Switzerland

Oct 2002 - Jun 2006

GiBB Bern

Technical vocational baccalaureate · Bern, Switzerland

Oct 2002 - Jun 2006

GiBB Bern

Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training, Electrical Engineer · Electrical Engineer · Bern, Switzerland

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Certified Artificial Intelligence (AI) Expert

Blockchain Council

Certified Generative AI Expert

Blockchain Council

International Requirements Engineering Board

ISA 95 - Implementing Business to MES Integration

ISA EMEA

Kanban KMP Foundation 1

Lean Kanban University

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 9

Experience in Information Technology 19.5 y

Avg length 3 y 9 m

Longest experience 6 y 7 m

Expertise

Recent roles Lecturer in AI and Innovation Management, Startup Founder, Digital Wizard

Main industries Information Technology, Manufacturing, Professional Services

Main business areas Information Technology, Product Development, Operations

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 5

Profile

Created

August 2025

Last Update

August 2026

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Simon is based in Murten, Switzerland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

Simon speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced), Portuguese (Intermediate).

Simon has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Simon has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Simon may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Simon would be well-suited for roles such as: Lecturer in AI and Innovation Management, Startup Founder, Digital Wizard.

Simon's most recent position is Lecturer in AI and Innovation Management at Berner Fachhochschule BFH.

In recent years, Simon has worked for Berner Fachhochschule BFH, YourWaiter, and Aorlinn GmbH.

Simon is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Professional Services. Simon also has some experience in Education and Food and Beverage.

Simon is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Operations. Simon also has some experience in Research and Development, Strategy, and Sales.

Simon has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Education, and Food and Beverage.

Simon has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Research and Development, and Strategy.

Simon holds a Master in Leadership and Management from Berner Fachhochschule and a Bachelor in Software and Computer Science, Mobile Technologies and Applications from Berner Fachhochschule.

Simon has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Certified Artificial Intelligence (AI) Expert, Certified Generative AI Expert, and IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering.

Simon is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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