Our 2025 Speakers

Jannis Koehn is co-founder and COO/CFO of Float, a fintech startup transforming growth capital for SaaS and subscription businesses. With experience from WHU, Harvard Kennedy School, MIT, and Boston Consulting Group, he combines finance expertise with entrepreneurship. Former CEO/COO of Looklet, Jannis drives innovative Capital-as-a-Service solutions that fuel growth without ownership dilution.

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Willi Tscheschner is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor, best known for co-founding Signavio and scaling it to $50M ARR and over 500 employees before its successful unicorn exit to SAP. Today, he mentors and invests in early-stage startups, with a strong focus on AI and climate tech, helping to shape the next wave of innovation in SaaS and beyond.

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Deepa Gautam-Nigge is a forward-thinking business leader with 25+ years in Corporate Development, M&A, and Innovation. As VP at SAP SE, she drives growth through strategic partnerships and investments, on top she serves on advisory boards. Passionate about diversity, sustainability, arthouse film, and endurance sports, Deepa was named one of FOCUS magazine’s “100 Women of the Year.”

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Hanna Asmussen is Co-Founder & CEO of Localyze, a SaaS platform simplifying global mobility for companies and expats. With over a decade of living abroad and fluency in six languages, she brings firsthand insight into the challenges of relocating. Hanna’s mission is to make international moves effortless, helping businesses unlock global talent and turning complex relocations into smooth, empowering experiences in today’s borderless world.

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André Christ is co-founder and general manager of SAP LeanIX. Leading companies around the world trust this software-as-a-service provider. SAP LeanIX is a market leader in enterprise architecture management and supports organizations in managing their transformation with a data-driven, automated, and AI-enhanced approach.

Isabel Delgado is an international sales leader with over 22 years of experience accelerating growth for global companies and startups. As Founder IDB Performance she builds winning strategies and high-performance teams that drive results. A lifelong athlete and coach, Isabel combines her passion for sports with expertise in high-performance psychology to inspire teams and individuals to reach their full potential.

Jan Oberhauser is the Founder & CEO of n8n, an open-source automation platform with 400+ integrations used by hundreds of thousands worldwide. With a background in visual effects and a degree in Audiovisual Media, he launched n8n in 2019 to make automation powerful and accessible. Under his leadership, the company has raised $70M from top investors like Sequoia. Jan is also an active angel investor supporting early-stage startups.

Jan Marquardt is a European serial tech entrepreneur with 20+ years in building and scaling startups. CEO and co-founder of Zive, an Enterprise AI platform boosting employee productivity 10x. Previously founded Haiilo (COYO), trusted by Google and Amazon, and co-founded digital bootcamp Neue Fische. Passionate about tech and societal impact, Jan’s mission is to make AI-powered knowledge accessible and actionable for businesses worldwide.

Julia Goelles is a seasoned B2B SaaS marketing leader with over a decade of experience scaling tech and AI brands. As VP of Marketing at Parloa, she drives global growth through enterprise-focused marketing strategies and impactful go-to-market execution. Julia is the founder of Women of SaaS, a global network connecting and advancing women in technology. She is a recognized voice shaping the future of AI and championing female leadership in the SaaS industry.

Kristina Kierner is CRO at orderbird, driving growth across Sales & Marketing in DACH. With 12+ years in SaaS, FinTech, and payments, she previously led teams at EVO Payments and PAYONE. Known for strategic go-to-market leadership, she’s passionate about team building, innovation, and scaling revenue through software-payment integration.

Manuel is the Founder & CEO of SalesPlaybook, the Pipeline, Sales & HubSpot Agency in DACH for B2B Software Entrepreneurs with 10-200 FTEs that helped 400+ B2B clients such as Beekeeper, bexio, Pleo, Skribble, Boostbar & Urban Connect to scale sales quickly, efficiently and without 6-figure mistakes with done for you revenue marketing (demand & pipeline generation), sales enablement (coaching, training & advisory) & HubSpot Marketing & CRM services.

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Margaret Sikora is the CEO of Woodpecker.co, a leading B2B sales automation platform. With a law degree and experience at the European Commission, she brings a unique blend of legal insight and SaaS expertise. Since joining in 2017, Margaret has driven growth and innovation, helping transform Woodpecker into a top tool for sales efficiency and business outreach.

Mirko Novakovic is Founder and CEO of Dash0, an observability platform leveraging OpenTelemetry to deliver real-time insights. Previously, he built Instana, a groundbreaking APM for microservices acquired by IBM in 2020, and helped scale codecentric into a top enterprise software company. Mirko is driven by a passion for tackling complex engineering challenges with smart, elegant solutions that empower teams to build better software.

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Mariam Hakobyan is the Co-founder & CEO of Softr, the leading no-code platform for building internal tools and customer portals, powered by your data. An engineer turned entrepreneur, she’s passionate about tech, product, and design. Her vision for Softr is to empower billions of knowledge workers to create business software - without having to rely on engineers.

Mohamed Chahin is the founder and CEO of Twain. Revenue teams across Europe and North America use Twain to generate relevant outreach based on deep research. He previously co-founded eatclever, a virtual restaurant brand that expanded across Europe and was acquired in 2022."

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Nick Franklin is the Founder & CEO of ChartMogul, a leading subscription analytics platform for SaaS and mobile businesses. Formerly at Zendesk, he expanded its global footprint before teaching himself to code and launching ChartMogul. Nick blends technical skill with strategic vision, helping companies unlock key revenue insights and making ChartMogul a trusted name in subscription analytics.

Philippe Sahli is the visionary Co-Founder and CEO of Yokoy, a Swiss fintech revolutionizing spend management with AI. Drawing from his finance and consulting experience at EY and UBS, he launched Yokoy’s AI-driven platform that automates expense and invoice processing. Under his leadership, Yokoy has rapidly grown, securing major funding and transforming how companies manage finances with smart, seamless technology.

Sauraj Gambhir is Co-Founder of Prior Labs, where he leads all things commercial, gtm, growth, operations and finance. Prior Labs develops leading foundation models for structured data prediction. With a background in VC, M&A, and scaling AI/ML ventures since 2017, he previously scaled RBC Ventures and managed investments at ING’s VC fund before leaving finance to build companies. A World Economic Forum Global Shaper, he’s passionate about AI, fintech, and global impact.

Leonie Althaus is the Co-Founder and CEO of traide AI, a Berlin startup using AI to simplify and automate customs processes. With a background in business and psychology, she has led teams and built ventures across the startup world. At traide, she’s focused on bringing speed and clarity to global trade by removing the complexity from customs—helping businesses scale faster and more efficiently.

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Tim Mois co-founded sipgate in 2004, pioneering VoIP in Germany. With a business background, he transformed telecom through an agile culture emphasizing flat hierarchies and true work-life balance. As a forward-thinking entrepreneur, Tim continues to innovate while mentoring and investing in startups, driving growth and change in the tech scene.

Nicolas Heymann is the visionary founder & CEO of Kittl, a fast-growing AI-driven design platform used by millions globally. From launching a vintage font marketplace to creating an easy-to-use graphic design tool, he’s reshaping how people create. With strong investor backing and key partnerships like Monotype, Nicolas is on a mission to make professional design simple, accessible, and inspiring for everyone.

Neele Wehmayer is Founder and Co-CEO of BA Group, a SaaS-focused CPA firm specializing in digital tax advisory for fast-growing tech startups. A German CPA and international tax consultant, she’s also a board member at PrimeGlobal. Neele is passionate about blending innovation with practical tax solutions to empower agile businesses in the SaaS space.

Yilmaz Köknar is Co-Founder & CEO of Superchat, the Berlin-based SaaS startup transforming customer communication for 3,500+ SMBs. Since 2020, he’s raised over $19M to unite channels like WhatsApp and Messenger into one powerful inbox. With a background in product management and recognition on Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe, Yilmaz is driving innovation to reshape business messaging worldwide.

Domagoj Dolinšek is the founder of PlanRadar, a leading digital platform revolutionizing construction and real estate project management. With a background in electrical engineering and over a decade in international construction, he created PlanRadar to simplify site communication and documentation. Under his leadership, the company serves 14,500+ clients worldwide and was named Austria’s Scale-up of the Year 2022.

Crissy Costa Behrens is a Principal at Insight Partners, where she invests in high-growth SaaS companies across SMB and enterprise. With deep operating roots at startups like Xamarin and Peek, and past roles at B Capital and Primary Ventures, she brings a product-first, founder-focused lens to investing. Crissy holds an MBA from Chicago Booth and was named to ADWEEK’s AI Trailblazers Power 100 in 2025.

Gaëtan Gachet is an Executive in Residence at Singular, supporting European founders with go-to-market strategies and international growth. Formerly Chief Strategy Officer at Algolia, he played a key role in shaping the company’s AI search strategy. With a strong background in telecom and B2B SaaS, Gaëtan excels at scaling sales teams, expanding markets, and building company cultures that drive innovation and success globally.

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İskender Dirik is a seasoned tech entrepreneur and venture capitalist with 25 years in the industry. Partner at Delin Ventures, he’s worked with EQT Ventures, Samsung NEXT, and Microsoft ScaleUp. As an active fundraising advisor and founder of the FundraisingCOUP program, İskender empowers founders to raise their dream rounds and turn attention into capital and clients.

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Henric Meinhardt is the Co-Founder and CEO of Comstruct, a Munich-based startup transforming construction procurement through smart automation. With experience at HeidelbergCement and a background from the University of St. Gallen, he launched Comstruct to simplify purchasing across 13,000+ sites. Backed by €12.5M in funding, Henric is driving innovation in one of the world’s most traditional industries.

Christoph Gerber is a German entrepreneur, founder of Lieferando.de (sold to Takeaway.com for €62.9M) and CEO of Talon.One, a Berlin-based SaaS platform powering promotions for brands like Adidas and Carlsberg. Known for his sharp insights on startup trends, Gerber is also an active angel investor and regular speaker at global tech events.

Malte Rau is the Co-Founder and CEO of Pliant, a Berlin-based fintech transforming how companies use corporate credit cards. With a background in finance and experience at KPMG and in the startup world, he’s passionate about smart, scalable solutions. Since starting Pliant in 2020, Malte has led its rapid growth across Europe, raising €28M in Series A funding and helping businesses manage spending more efficiently.

Niklas Hanitsch is the founder and CEO of SECJUR, an innovative AI-powered platform that simplifies compliance for businesses. Combining his legal expertise and an MBA from WHU, Niklas has transformed SECJUR from a boutique consultancy into a leading solution that automates complex processes like data protection, anti-money laundering, and internal reporting. Under his leadership, SECJUR partners with major clients and investors to drive compliance innovation worldwide.

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Dr. Kilian Schmidt is the Founder and CEO of Kertos, a premier European compliance platform specializing in GDPR, ISO27001, SOC2, and related standards. With a doctorate in law, he brings extensive legal expertise from senior roles including General Counsel at TIER Mobility and Legal Counsel at Home24, as well as experience at Freshfields. Leveraging his deep legal and startup background, Dr. Schmidt leads Kertos in advancing cutting-edge solutions for data privacy and compliance.

Michael J. Jaeger is the Managing Partner of Cremanski & Company - The Revenue Architects and a leading expert in structuring B2B go-to-market teams. Together with his team, he helps scale-ups (€10M–€100M ARR) and mid-market companies (€20M–€500M) accelerate growth and move toward sales excellence through buyer-focused processes and go-to-market controlling. Having optimized over 500 companies and drawing from his hands-on experience as Interim CRO, Michael shares real-world insights on building GTM teams that generate trustworthy data — the foundation for accurate forecasting, scalable optimization, and truly leveraging AI to drive efficiency.

Dr. Florian Heinemann is a founding partner at Project A Ventures, supporting some of Europe’s leading startups like Trade Republic and Quantum Systems . With a strong background in digital marketing and business intelligence, he previously drove growth at Rocket Internet (Zalando, eDarling) and co-founded startups like JustBooks, which was acquired by Amazon. Florian’s passion for innovation and hands-on approach make him a key force behind some of Europe’s most exciting tech success stories.

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Philipp Masekowitz is Chief Product Officer at HERO Software, the leading cloud platform for the trades. With 10 years’ experience scaling product orgs in high-growth startups, he drives HERO’s vision and innovation, helping 20,000+ tradespeople boost efficiency and scale their businesses. Philipp is passionate about lean development, teamwork, and empowering trade businesses to achieve operational excellence.

Mark-André Kreutz is Director of M&A and Corporate Development at Aptean, where he leads strategic acquisitions in vertical software. He has driven important deals that have expanded Aptean’s presence across Europe, including Best Practice IT Solutions, TRASER Software, and Germanedge. With a passion for innovation and growth, Mark-André plays a key role in shaping Aptean’s future through smart, impactful investments.

Gerrit Rode is the founder and Managing Director of 360dialog, a pioneer in mobile marketing automation using the WhatsApp Business API. Since 2011, he has been at the forefront of one-on-one mobile communication innovation. His flagship product, MessagePipe, enables businesses to connect any WhatsApp account, providing deep funnel insights and optimization. With his expertise and vision, Gerrit is helping brands create more meaningful and effective connections with their customers on mobile.

Dr. Gero Decker is General Manager of SAP Signavio and Co-Managing Director at SAP Labs Berlin. He co-founded Signavio, growing it from a university project into a global leader with 5,000+ enterprise clients. Following SAP’s €1B acquisition in 2021, Gero leads innovation in business process management and digital transformation, shaping the future of how companies optimize and automate their operations.

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Sebastian Stang is CRO at Magnolia AG, leading EMEA sales and strategic partnerships to drive digital transformation through innovative B2B software. With 10+ years at Magnolia, he blends tech vision, AI integration, and long-term value creation. Known for uniting sales with partner strategy and his creative flair, Sebastian brings energy to the role—earning him the nickname “Chief Disco Officer.”

Dr. Felix Reinshagen is Co-Founder and CEO of NavVis, a trailblazer in spatial intelligence. NavVis is creating intelligent spatial twins of the world’s most valuable physical assets (from data centers to power plants and factories), serving many of the world’s largest enterprises. Felix is an active investor, serves as a board member at Cybus and DyeMansion, and acts as a technology and AI advisor as a member of the Bavarian AI Council and for the Bavarian Research Foundation.

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Remco Treuren is CEO & Founder of WebinarGeek, a leading SaaS webinar platform trusted by over 3,500 businesses across Europe and the US. Since 2015, he’s driven rapid growth and global expansion, earning the “Best Entry into the US” award. Passionate about empowering businesses, Remco builds intuitive tools that make online communication simple, engaging, and impactful.

John Shiles is CPO at talentsconnect, driving innovation with their Direct-to-Talent HR platform. Since 2021, he’s led the JobShop product, helping companies attract 4x more applicants through personalized career sites. With senior product experience at Exactag, QUISMA, and Experian, John combines deep tech know-how with strategic vision to create smarter, more effective hiring solutions for the future.

Malte Scholz is Co-Founder, CEO & CPO of airfocus, a powerful product management platform used by teams at Ricoh, Caterpillar, and Apify. Frustrated by misaligned teams, scattered feedback, and chaotic Jira boards, he co-founded airfocus in 2017 to help teams align, decide, and build better. Since then, he’s scaled the company to thousands of users and raised $15 million in venture capital. In 2025, airfocus was acquired by Lucid Software, joining Lucidchart and Lucidspark, with Malte continuing to lead airfocus as an independent brand.

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Elvin Kingma is a SaaS sales expert turned recruiter, specializing in matching go-to-market talent with fast-growing SaaS companies. As Country Manager at Bluebird Recruitment (DACH), he draws on his sales and GTM experience at FastSpring and Impraise to find the right people quickly and effectively. For 5 years, he's been helping start/scale-ups across Europe build high-performing teams.

Niklas Hoelterhoff is a Founding Engineer at Langdock (YC S23), where he’s building secure, enterprise-ready GenAI solutions. With a strong foundation in data engineering and software development, he helps companies automate workflows and unlock AI’s potential—safely and efficiently. Niklas is focused on turning cutting-edge technology into real impact for modern teams.

Joël L. Capt is a revenue growth expert and CEO of Peakora, where he’s helped scale 100+ startups using strategies honed at Beekeeper, Dropbox, and Tinder. A former Head of Growth and Silicon Valley VC, he builds AI-driven go-to-market systems that power fast, sustainable growth for tech companies worldwide.

Rogier Schoute is Chief Product Officer at Mollie, driving innovation in payments across Europe. With leadership roles at Klarna and Booking.com, he brings deep expertise in e-commerce, card and local payment methods, international expansion, and product management. Rogier is passionate about scaling smart, user-focused fintech solutions globally.

Maximilian Niroomand is the CTO & Co-Founder of Lyceum, building Europe’s next-gen GPU cloud. With a PhD in Machine Learning from Cambridge and experience at QuantumBlack and Citadel, he blends deep tech with bold vision. At Lyceum, he’s on a mission to make AI compute as seamless as electricity—sovereign, smart, and radically simple.

Co-founder of a B2B SaaS company and creative force behind multiple Unicorn SaaS brands, Paul Zentner brings 20+ years of hands-on experience in brand consulting, digital customer experience, and strategy. With a background in design and consulting, he now leads DCX & Brand at SNK—where bold ideas meet real impact.

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Martin Bastius is Co-Founder & Chief Legal Officer at heyData, a leading data protection and compliance platform. With a background in law and tech from firms like Zeitgold and Raue, and an LL.M. from Tel Aviv University, Martin blends legal expertise with startup savvy to help companies navigate data privacy with confidence.

Frank Piotraschke is a seasoned GTM leader with 20+ years in scaling tech companies like Optimizely, Staffbase, and SoSafe—where he led growth to 450+ employees. He’s worked with top VCs including a16z, Index Ventures, Insight Partners, and Highland Capital. Known for building high-performing sales teams and driving global expansion, Frank brings deep expertise in revenue strategy, SaaS growth, and operational scaling.

Werner Rickinger is based in Berlin, joined Warburg Pincus in 2021, and is a Vice President in our Technology group. He has been involved in investments by the Warburg Pincus funds which include IONOS (Webhosting & Cloud) and Infoniqa (HR & ERP Software). Previously, he was working for Goldman Sachs in their Investment Banking Division. Werner holds a Bachelor of Science from Technical University Munich and a Master’s in Finance from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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Antony Edwards is Managing Director at PSG, where he helps scale high-growth SaaS companies across Europe. With a background as COO at Eggplant and leadership roles at Symbian and Scientific Games, he blends deep tech expertise with sharp strategic insight.

Stefan Ostwald is the Co-Founder and Chief AI Officer at Parloa, the Berlin-based AI unicorn revolutionizing customer service through Conversational AI - fueled by a recent $120M Series C funding round. With a deep expertise at the intersection of voice and AI Agents, he’s scaling intuitive, voice-first experiences!

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Hauke Lamb is Managing Director of TRASER Software GmbH, a fast-growing SaaS provider specializing in dealer management systems for the agri and construction industries. With a background in tech and over a decade in ERP innovation, Hauke drives digital transformation with practical vision, deep industry focus, and a passion for scalable, user-centric solutions.

Daniel Voss is the Product GTM Lead for EMEA Startups at Stripe, driving innovative go-to-market strategies that help startups scale and succeed across diverse markets. With a background in investment, M&A, and business development, Daniel blends sharp strategy with hands-on experience to empower the next generation of tech disruptors.

Krzysztof (Kris) Szyszkiewicz, co-founder of Valueships and ex-McKinsey consultant, helps SaaS companies to unlock 10%+ revenue growth through smart pricing strategies. A Certified Pricing Practitioner and sought-after speaker, he’s driven pricing projects for 150+ businesses across Europe and the US. Let’s connect to power your pricing and growth.

Mitchell Forbes, Partner at Nobel Recruitment, partners with German B2B tech leaders to hire high-impact revenue talent. With 10+ years in recruitment and a passion for SaaS growth, he ensures the right fit for your team’s stage.

Nils Zettelmeyer is a Partner at Carlsquare, specializing in M&A advisory for mid-market tech and SaaS companies. With deep expertise in buy- and sell-side transactions, he drives growth and strategic partnerships for ambitious SaaS innovators. Passionate about unlocking value in tech, Nils combines sharp market insight with hands-on deal experience to empower entrepreneurs and investors alike.

Ante Spittler is Co-Founder and CEO of Moss, a fast-growing Berlin-based fintech transforming corporate expense management with smart cards and automated accounting. A former McKinsey consultant and Move24 co-founder, Ante drives innovation in SaaS finance solutions, backed by €180M+ in funding and a global team.

Rasmus Schults is the Co-Founder and CTO of Nelly, a Berlin-based startup transforming healthcare administration. With experience at Klarna, SEB, and Adcash, he leads the development of smart, secure software that slashes paperwork and streamlines patient care. Under his guidance, Nelly has digitized millions of documents and saved thousands of hours in medical practices, reshaping how healthcare runs.

Christoph Wagner is the CEO of Scanbot SDK, a leading B2B provider of mobile data capture solutions. Since 2016, he has led the company’s transformation into a global SaaS player serving industries like insurance and logistics. Under his leadership, Scanbot earned Deloitte Fast 50 and FT 1000 honors and was acquired by Apryse in 2025. He holds a Master’s in Business Economics and is a Forbes Technology Council member.

Johan van Mil is Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Peak, an early-stage VC with offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, and Stockholm. Fully backed by founders, Peak has invested in 50+ European SaaS and marketplace companies, helping them to accelerate on their go-to-market. Johan is also Founding Partner and Investment Committee Chair at Healthy.Capital, focusing on digital health. A serial entrepreneur with several successful exits, Johan brings hands-on founder experience to his investing and co-hosts The Big Exit Show podcast.

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Bryan van Anrooij is Head of PLG at WebinarGeek, driving product-led growth through smart automation, conversion tactics, and customer-first innovation. With a background in marketing, dev, and CS, he blends tech and strategy to scale SaaS the modern way.

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