Thomas Michael
CEO - Germany - iCEO #97916

Experience

Top executive with 30+ years national leadership in logistics automation. Longstanding responsibility as CEO for global business units with proven track record in transfoming criss-ridden organizations into global market leaders. Focus on operational excellence in project business, customer orientation and sustainable growth.

Major Achievements

Managed turnaround of a global company (1200 employees in 5 regions) with revenue increase from €60 M to €500+ M with double digit profit. Led successful carve out, transfer to new owner (selling price €1.1 billion) and following post merger integration.

Industry Sector Competencies

IT/Computer Hardware

Software

Systems Integration

Engineering

Logistics automation, mechanical engineering

Professional Objectives

Function: CEO, COO

Sector: Automation

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time, part time, coaching on demand

Prefered Locations: Switzerland, Southern Germnay

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Canada

China

Germany

UK

USA

Operational Competencies

AI strategy (Expert)

ESG & sustainability strategy (Expert)

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Expert)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)

Close down or sell off (Expert)

Pre or post investment audit (Expert)