Julia Lach - AI Consultant

Q: Where is Julia based?

Julia is based in Aalen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Julia speak?

Julia speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Chinese (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Julia have?

Julia has at least 8 years of experience. During this time, Julia has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year . Note that Julia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Julia's latest experience?

Julia's most recent position is AI Consultant at Premium & Luxury Retail / Regulated Sectors .

Q: What companies has Julia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Julia has worked for Premium & Luxury Retail / Regulated Sectors , Automotive Software , Automotive Customer Experience (CX) , and National Railway - Operations .

Q: Which industries is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Automotive , and Retail . Julia also has some experience in Beauty and Cosmetics , Fashion and Apparel , and Tourism and Hospitality .

Q: Which business areas is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Strategy and Planning , and Business Intelligence . Julia also has some experience in Product Development , Research and Development (R&D) , and Marketing .

Q: Which industries has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Information Technology (IT) , and Beauty and Cosmetics .

Q: Which business areas has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Project Management , and Business Intelligence .

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Aalen, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 2 months

AI Consultant

Premium & Luxury Retail / Regulated Sectors

Strategic consulting on AI implementation and innovation for companies in high-end sectors such as fashion, beauty, retail, and hospitality.
Developing strategic roadmaps and decision support for AI implementation in product-related and creative domains.
Supporting internal storytelling to foster team and leadership buy-in.
Structured evaluation of potential AI use cases based on maturity, impact, and technical feasibility.
Simplifying complex AI concepts, LLM structures, and agentic workflows for decision-makers.
Applying a clear evaluation model for rapid value realization (Build–Buy–Vibe decision framework).
Identifying common pitfalls in AI implementation and deriving sustainable deployment patterns.
Developing curated trend radars and positioning AI within high-end brands and regulated environments.

Feb 2022 - Sep 2025

3 years 8 months

Senior Project Manager & Strategic Consultant

Automotive Software

Ensured critical architecture processes within the solution train through strategic architecture management.
Facilitated the cross-brand "Working Group Architecture" board: agenda planning, moderation, meeting documentation, and follow-up.
Organized and managed architecture meetings, planning sessions, and workshops.
Regularly facilitated dailies and lessons learned formats.
Maintained a central knowledge platform (e.g., Confluence) to ensure consistent information flow.
Served as key interface between technical and business units, advising on operating models and process optimization.
Promoted agile structures and project management tools, including setting up cross-functional Jira boards and interactive dashboards.
Defined and monitored KPIs, creating dashboards for continuous improvement of lead time and quality.
Prepared management materials for executive boards and steering committees.
Established governance strategies and processes, including end-to-end monitoring of the architecture workflow.
Orchestrated cross-functional strategic alignment and interface management across units and brands.
Defined detailed and high-level architecture process concepts including workflows, criteria, and quality gates.

Oct 2021 - Jan 2022

4 months

Strategy Consultant & Agile PMO

Automotive Customer Experience (CX)

Managed PMO operations to support the organizational realignment of CX departments and establish clear structures.
Facilitated daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and stakeholder meetings to accompany the transformation process and enhance collaboration.
Coordinated meetings and deadlines to ensure project progress and decision-making capability.
Created executive presentations and management decision templates in PowerPoint for audience-appropriate communication.
Conducted analyses and developed solution proposals, prepared them in Excel, and visualized results in management status reports.
Developed and maintained risk and status overviews for transparent project governance.
Created timeline visualizations in PowerPoint to illustrate milestones and dependencies.
Documented outcomes and agreements in Confluence to ensure traceability and knowledge sharing.
Supported workshop preparation in Miro to actively engage relevant stakeholders.
Ensured structured communication between business units, management, and project leadership.

Nov 2020 - Oct 2021

1 year

Hybrid

Workshop Facilitator & Change Consultant

National Railway - Operations

Planned and facilitated multi-stage transformation workshops (remote and hybrid) to support cultural and structural change.
Coordinated with project leads, subject matter experts, and executives to prepare strategic decision-making formats.
Developed target visions and action areas for new leadership and role understandings in operations.
Created progress reports, presentations, and communication materials for the board and employee representatives.
Conducted documentation, minute-taking, and action tracking to implement concrete change initiatives.

Jan 2020 - Oct 2020

10 months

Subproject Lead & PMO

IT Service Provider (Banking)

Led subprojects in IT security, managing resources and capacity for critical security initiatives.
Planned and facilitated steering committees, reviews, and kickoff formats at division and program levels.
Conducted agile coaching and methodical sparring to strengthen cross-team collaboration.
Developed risk reports, status updates, and milestone plans to steer complex project structures.
Created executive dashboards and presentations with recommendations and lessons learned.

Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

5 months

Product Owner & Digital Consultant

E-Commerce Platform

Held full responsibility for managing the website relaunch project in close coordination with internal stakeholders.
Maintained and prioritized the product backlog, defined acceptance criteria, and conducted reviews and approvals.
Coordinated cross-functional teams (UX, development, content) to ensure on-time go-lives.
Facilitated sprint planning, weekly meetings, and stand-ups including issue tracking.
Reported performance and progress metrics for stakeholder reviews.

Jun 2018 - Jul 2019

1 year 2 months

Project Manager & Event Coordinator

Trade Association

Conceptualized, planned, and implemented international conferences and trade fairs.
Built and maintained long-term partnerships with sponsors including contract and budget negotiations.
Supported digital transformation of the association, including the launch of an online magazine and social media channels.
Facilitated board meetings, general assemblies, and panel discussions.
Optimized event and participant management processes by introducing digital tools and workflows.

Jan 2018 - May 2018

5 months

Junior Strategy Consultant

M&A and Strategy Advisory

Supported international market analyses and strategy development for M&A clients.
Developed business cases, SWOT analyses, and go-to-market strategies based on qualitative and quantitative data.
Prepared executive-level presentations, briefings, and client materials.
Conducted benchmarks and competitor analyses across various industries (tech, industrial, retail).
Supported project management, client workshops, and internal communications.

Summary

Julia Lach is an accomplished freelance consultant with extensive experience at the intersection of project management, strategic consulting, and business transformation, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and innovation. Over the past several years, she has supported organizations across various industries in navigating complex change initiatives, driving cross-functional alignment, and optimizing internal processes.

Her work focuses on translating strategic goals into actionable roadmaps, facilitating decision-making formats, and enabling sustainable structures for execution. With a strong foundation in agile methodologies and stakeholder facilitation, she brings clarity, momentum, and structure to dynamic project environments. Julia’s consulting style is characterized by a clear strategic lens, a hands-on project delivery mindset, and a strong ability to connect technical, operational, and leadership perspectives. Her background spans corporate transformation, digital innovation, and organizational design, with a focus on delivering measurable impact and long-term value.

Since early 2024, she has specialized in the use of AI for premium and innovation-driven industries. She supports companies in identifying strategically relevant AI use cases, evaluating their feasibility and business value, and preparing decision-making foundations for management, as well as supporting the implementation process.

Skills

Strategy & Management Consulting: Project Steering & Governance
Process Modeling & Optimization
Data Visualization
Agile Consulting
Strategic Consulting
Innovation Management
Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Tech
Genai
Llms
Nlp
Mlops
Ai Agents & Agentic Workflows
Evaluation & Prioritization Of Use Cases
Business Value Assessment
Technical Feasibility Assessment
Maturity Assessments
Atlassian Jira
Atlassian Confluence
Ms Teams
Ms Sharepoint
Ms Visio
Ms Power Bi
Tableau
Ibm Sap
Miro
Langchain
Azure Openai
Vertex Ai
Heygen
Typingmind
Cassidy
N8n
Make
Zapier
Lovable
Uipath
Scrum
Safe
Design Thinking
Change Management
Facilitation
Stakeholder Interviews
Executive Decision Formats
Use Case Ideation

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

Chinese

Advanced

Education

University of Passau

Master of Science, Business Administration · Business Administration · Passau, Germany

Certifications & licenses

AI & Agentic Workflows / AI Build Lab

AI Design Sprint™ Facilitator (33A)

AI For Business Leaders

Certified Digital Business Manager (WFA)

Certified SAFe 5 Agilist

Leading AI Projects

Professional Scrum Master (PSM I)

Profile

Created

December 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Julia based?

Julia is based in Aalen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Julia speak?

Julia speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Chinese (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Julia have?

Julia has at least 8 years of experience. During this time, Julia has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year. Note that Julia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Julia be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Julia would be well-suited for roles such as: AI Consultant, Senior Project Manager & Strategic Consultant, Strategy Consultant & Agile PMO.

What is Julia's latest experience?

Julia's most recent position is AI Consultant at Premium & Luxury Retail / Regulated Sectors.

What companies has Julia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Julia has worked for Premium & Luxury Retail / Regulated Sectors, Automotive Software, Automotive Customer Experience (CX), and National Railway - Operations.

Which industries is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Automotive, and Retail. Julia also has some experience in Beauty and Cosmetics, Fashion and Apparel, and Tourism and Hospitality.

Which business areas is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Strategy and Planning, and Business Intelligence. Julia also has some experience in Product Development, Research and Development (R&D), and Marketing.

Which industries has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Information Technology (IT), and Beauty and Cosmetics.

Which business areas has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Project Management, and Business Intelligence.

What is Julia's education?

Julia holds a Master in Business Administration from University of Passau.

Does Julia have any certificates?

Julia has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: AI & Agentic Workflows / AI Build Lab, AI Design Sprint™ Facilitator (33A), and AI For Business Leaders.

What is the availability of Julia?

Julia is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Julia?

Julia's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.