AI FUTURE COUNCIL ADVISORY BOARD

Katrin is a science edutainer, speaker, and lecturer specializing in AI technology transformation, AI finance, leadership, and boards. She is a member of the board of directors, chair of the AI Future Council, and lectures at four universities, including the Zurich University of Applied Sciences.

As a professor of international management at IU International University, guest lecturer at the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, and CEO of Edneo, Stefan is a speaker and investor. He is on the advisory board of Global Digital Board Academy and is an EdTech enthusiast. 

Member of the Supervisory Board of the Röchling Group, Chairman of the Advisory Board of Komet, German Digital Advisory Board, GenerationCEO, former CEO of HVM and member of the Executive Board, former CEO of TRUMPF Lasertechnik, and former McKinsey. 

Entrepreneur | Building systems | Scaling businesses with impact. The future is shaped by those who dare to create something. Sara filters out distractions to focus on what matters most and turns strategies into results. 

Business expert in restructuring, IT transformation, AI, and innovation. Strategic thinker and curious mind. PhD with an international track record of success.

An enthusiast for VirtualTwin, technology, innovation, and sustainability, Anne is a marketing expert, presenter, and networker with the determination and creativity to make a decisive difference.

Visionary Chief Operations Officer of the Omorfia Group. As an entrepreneur and leader, she is committed to the further development of all business activities to increase the value of the company.

Ethnologist and sociologist focusing on sustainable and ethical AI for iNGOs and organizations. Formerly a research fellow and consultant at London Business School.

Top 20 Amazon bestselling author, LinkedIn trainer, and member of the renowned Forbes Coaches Council. Lecturer in social media at Cologne University of Applied Sciences.

Former TV journalist, business editor (WirtschaftsWoche). Now a media expert, bestselling author, speaker, coach, and consultant with an excellent network in the media world.

Bernd Ziethen is an experienced CEO and HR consultant in the field of transformation. As CEO of Management-Minder, he is experienced in industry and as a business mediator, and also serves on advisory boards. In addition to HR, he is interested in strategy and digital business models. 

Dr. Matthias Kreysel has a proven track record as CTO/CRDO in international companies and is a member of the supervisory board of a global family business. He is an executive board member, chief technology and innovation officer, C-level mentor, and member of the advisory board of the AI Future Council.

She is a global leader in SC strategy, operational excellence, and digital transformation for healthcare, FMCG, and chemicals. Wendy is also a keynote speaker promoting DEI.

With more than 20 years of management experience, York brings a wealth of international expertise in AI, marketing technology, brand marketing, edtech, and digital transformation.

Visionary Co-CEO of … and dos Santos, expert in transformative leadership and shaping the future. As author of The Glass Elevator, she inspires leaders to balance success and personal mastery in order to develop high-performance teams and learning organizations.

Experienced manager, most recently a member of the executive board, with a focus on optimizing business processes, production processes, and software development. Michael quickly identifies weaknesses in industrialization processes and software implementations.

René is an executive sparring partner for development and transformation. He supports executives who want to lead with clarity, authenticity, and inner calm. He combines sound management experience with evidence-based coaching methods and a people-centered leadership philosophy.

Implementation champion with a can-do attitude. Managing Director of Iskander Business Partner Switzerland, member of the Excellence Circle, coach and trainer for growth and change. International expertise with a focus on customer centricity and digital transformation. 

CEO with a focus on change management | brand and marketing communication strategy | transformational leadership style | as well as a pragmatic holistic thinker. Generalist with leadership experience ranging from FMCG to luxury goods and food. 

Selectteam expert for the strategic recruitment of supervisory board members and executives, specializing in

Executive Search | Board Consulting | Corporate Succession. For profitable growth and sustainable future viability for your company.

With an exceptional track record, Greg is a results-oriented professional with expertise in business strategy, digital transformation, customer experience, and leadership. Every transformation begins with people and ends with delivering value to people. He demonstrates this in his podcast CX Goalkeeper.

As a polymer chemist, she bridges the gap between basic research and real-world manufacturing. She is passionate about using data science and AI to make materials more sustainable. Julia believes that smarter systems help engineers drive innovation faster.

Gallery owner of Sothu, an exquisite contemporary gallery that exhibits for six months each year. With carefully selected artists, Sothu aims to bring back a deep devotion to experiencing and viewing art.

Supervisory board member and board advisor with a focus on governance, decision-making quality, and AI-supported strategic management.

An outstanding leader who unites people across all areas. Whether as Lean Agile Leader at Swisscom, as FDP district president, or as central president of Swiss Engineering STV with over 12,000 members, Giovanni makes a measurable impact. 

Expert in branding, LinkedIn content strategy, digital transformation, and AI. As a brand consultant, Annika combines strategic branding with structured implementation. Her mission: not only to make brands visible, but to turn them into a genuine experience.

Entrepreneur, speaker, trainer, and author. Founder of Obvious Works. Shaping a future in which technology serves people. Building bridges between business and IT—with agility and clarity.  Enthusiastic about AI, product innovation, and the art of solving complex problems simply. 

Founder enthusiastic about quality management. She is driven by the continuous development of processes and the company as a whole. When it comes to improvements, it is important to her to create added value for and with all those involved. 

Author of the bestseller ‘Gendered Species: A Natural History of Patriarchy’ | Professor at Trinity Oxford | Researcher in 40+ countries | Former CEO | Expert in evolutionary anthropology and global economics.

Chair of the Global IP, Technology & Data Practice Group | IP law with a focus on the commercialization of intangible assets and technologies. Expert in the global implementation of business decisions, licensing, and contract drafting.

Market Access Senior Consultant with expertise in virology, stem cell biology, and science communication, with international leadership and research experience. Motto: Open-mindedness and critical thinking lead to unconventional solutions.

Professor of Digitalization in Education and Society at Kempten University of Applied Sciences | E-learning representative, teaching mentor, program director, and author of “AI Knowledge for Managers.”

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