Katrin Mohr

CEO

Munich, Germany

Experience

Jan 2022 - Jun 2023
6 months
Cologne, Germany

CEO

Digital Hub Cologne GmbH

  • Led the company's transformation into a shared service center, supporting PropTech Powerhouse e.V. and consortium partners of the SME Digital Center Rhineland.
  • Directed core functions including strategy, finance, marketing/sales, legal, IT, and HR.
  • Mentored, motivated, and led cross-functional teams toward reaching company goals.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans, including AI/digital transformation and new business development initiatives.
  • Reported financial performance through ad hoc analyses, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; managed budget planning and forecasting.
  • Managed key partner relationships and expanded strategic partnerships.
  • Developed and implemented a holistic strategy for recruiting, HR, and IT.
  • Spearheaded digitalization and optimization of internal processes using Lean Administration practices to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Jan 2021 - Present
3 years 7 months
Munich, Germany

CEO & Founder

Innovation4Good - Innovation. People. Technology.

  • We support CEOs and leaders of innovation-driven companies in successfully transforming with AI, delivering fast, sustainable results focused and with foresight.
  • With a deep understanding of people, organizations, and technologies, we create real value and guide companies safely through digital transformation.
  • Our services include:
  • General Management, Interim-Management, CxO-as-a-service
  • AI Consulting & Advisory
  • Entrepreneurship & Venture Building
  • Digital/AI Transformation
  • Corporate Innovation
  • New Business Development & Commercial Strategies
  • Customer-Centric, Data-Driven Product & Service Design
  • Strategic Partnerships & Open Innovation Ecosystems
  • Human-centric Leadership / New Work
  • Business & Team Coaching
Jun 2021 - Present
4 years 2 months
Berlin, Germany

Independent Advisor

Greentech Alliance

  • Advising the Greentech Alliance and its members (Greentech companies, top tier VCs, media, and experts from all over the world) on their mission to build disruptive innovations that work towards a more sustainable world to serve next generations
Jan 2016 - Jun 2021
4 years 6 months
Munich, Germany

Global Head of Digital Services

BMW AG

  • Held global P&L responsibility for the digital in-car service and hardware portfolio of the BMW and MINI brands (200–500 m EUR).
  • Directed global portfolio and digital strategy, aligning 3rd party ecosystems (e.g., Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa) with business objectives.
  • Focused on AI-powered digital assistants, infotainment/entertainment (e.g., Spotify), communication/productivity (e.g., Microsoft Office 365), IoT (e.g., Smart Home), and digital charging solutions/e-mobility.
  • Led customer-centric design and launch of AI-driven services (e.g., Apple CarPlay repositioning, wireless Google Android Auto integration, in-car Skype for Business integration, AI-powered speech extension, smart home integration, real-time personalized news services).
  • Forged strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Apple, Google, and other tech leaders to integrate their technologies into BMW’s digital ecosystem.
  • Set up organizational structure and led a team of 14+ employees within BMW’s Connected Company.
Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
1 year 7 months
Bonn, Germany

Head of EMEA Presales Internet of Things (IoT)

Deutsche Telekom AG

  • Led the cross-border sales strategy to drive global M2M and IoT sales growth with a virtual team across seven subsidiaries.
  • Restructured and led Deutsche Telekom’s M2M presales organization to optimize processes and strengthen global sales performance (team of 16 senior managers).
  • Optimized cross-segment collaboration, increasing deal win rate and contributing over double-digit million in additional revenue.
Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
1 year 7 months
Bonn, Germany

International Program Lead & Founder, Narrowband IoT Prototyping Hub

Deutsche Telekom AG

  • Founded and directed DTAG’s Global Narrowband IoT Prototyping Hub using a customer-centric and open innovation approach to accelerate IoT-powered solutions.
  • Built strategic ecosystems for industry growth; the program remains a blueprint for integrating cutting-edge technologies such as 5G and AI.
Aug 2011 - May 2015
3 years 10 months
Bonn, Germany

Head of After Sales Products & Product Communications, Strategic Area Connected Car/IoT

T-Systems International GmbH

  • Founded and led the Strategic Innovation Area “Connected Car / Connecting Customers,” a corporate startup initiative reporting directly to the CEO.
  • Led automotive product management, product communications, and structural setup of the department in a startup environment.
  • Secured strategic partnerships with leading automotive brands (e.g., BMW, Daimler, VW) for connected car and IoT solutions.
  • Led conceptual design and implementation of first-to-market automotive after-sales solutions, including BMW Connected Drive Hotspot, MyKIDIO, and Mall2Go.
Apr 2010 - Jul 2011
1 year 4 months
Bonn, Germany

Senior Expert Segment Strategy and Planning, DTAG Key Accounts

Telekom Deutschland GmbH

  • Designed and implemented a consultative selling approach, positioning DTAG as a key innovation partner across industries.
  • Developed a modular product and service portfolio strategy for DTAG Key Accounts and led a team of 3+ consultants.
  • Assessed new strategic business opportunities, developing market entry strategies and business models.
  • Led go-to-market strategy for “Deutschland LAN,” a B2B flagship product for converged communications.
  • Led a cross-functional team of 5+ managers/consultants through the product’s market launch.
  • Exceeded sales targets by securing over 10,000 LAN-port installations in 2011.
Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
2 years 10 months
Bonn, Germany

Senior Expert Mobile Data / Mobile E-Mail

T-Mobile Deutschland GmbH

  • Led commercial cross-segment (B2C/B2B) setup and marketing of mobile data and e-mail services (e.g., BlackBerry, Microsoft Direct Push).
  • Directed a cross-functional program team of 20+ managers in collaboration with senior management and external stakeholders (BlackBerry, Microsoft, Nokia).
  • Evaluated and negotiated business opportunities with global technology suppliers.
  • Implemented joint marketing programs with suppliers, managing budgets up to €12 m p.a.
  • Drove Telekom’s Mobile E-mail business to market leadership in Germany.
Dec 2004 - May 2007
2 years 6 months
Königswinter, Germany

CEO & Founder

2M Consulting

  • Founded and led a boutique consultancy specializing in product management and marketing strategies for the telecommunication sector.
  • Led strategic projects to enhance product portfolios and marketing effectiveness for telecom companies.
  • Provided advisory services to clients on digital transformations and commercialization of new technologies.

Summary

  • 20+ years of transformation experience, thereof 13 years on executive / management level
  • Leadership of global units up to 20 employees / project members and up to triple-digit million € in turnover
  • Full P&L as CEO / Managing Director in a startup environment, P&L as Head of/ Acting VP in DAX-40 company
  • Design and implementation of new digital & sustainable business models and corporate strategies
  • Building and capitalizing on digital platforms, as well as customer-centric, data-driven products & services (digital / sustainable)
  • New Business Innovation / Corporate Entrepreneurship / Venture Building
  • Organizational Development (Digital / AI Transformation & Startup Setups): Development of new leadership models and build-up of high-performance organizations

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
French
Elementary

Education

Sep 2013 - Aug 2015

Kellogg School Of Management, Northwestern University; WHU - Otto Beisheim School Of Management

Master of Business Administration, Executive MBA · Business Administration · Germany

Sep 2000 - Aug 2004

TH Köln, University Of Applied Sciences

Bachelor of Applied Science · Computer Science / Media Informatics · Germany

Certifications & licenses

Team Coach

Dr. Bock Coaching Academy (DBCA)

Business Coach

Dr. Bock Coaching Academy (DBCA)

Certified Digital Advisory Board Member

Deutsche Digitale Beiräte (DDB)

Certified Sustainability Manager

TÜV Rheinland Group