Lilien (Linda) Schneider
Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO)
Experience
Jan 2022 - Present
2 years 6 months Munich, Germany
Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO)
SMT Group
- Collaborate with C-level to develop market entry strategies, outlining key steps and tactics to successfully penetrate new markets and establish strong presence and market share
- Leverage networking and collaboration with industry experts to gain insights, exchange knowledge, and build valuable partnerships for business development
- Pivotal role in the M&A process by identifying suitable acquisition targets, reaching out to potential companies, and conducting negotiations to secure successful acquisitions
- Ensure seamless integration of acquired companies into the existing business structure, overseeing the entire process to maximize synergies and achieve strategic objectives
Mar 2021 - Present
4 years 4 months Munich, Germany
Freelance Sales and Business Development
- Advise and consult multiple international e-commerce and tech startups/mid-size businesses on market potential, providing strategic insights to maximize their sales growth
- Identify and vet qualified distributors, suppliers and partners to establish strong and mutually beneficial B2B and B2C relationships, ensuring the right fit for sustainable revenue generation
- Successfully conduct cold calling campaigns to promote and sell diverse products, consistently achieving targets and closing sales cycles
- Nurture long-term customer relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
- Lead and manage a diverse team of 20 customer service professionals from 8 European countries, guiding their performance to consistently achieve or exceed their targets
- Foster strong professional networks by leading panel discussions and spearheading initiatives to empower women in sales, driving diversity and positive change within various industries
Nov 2020 - Present
4 years 8 months Netherlands
Female Entrepreneurship Representative
Dutch Students for Entrepreneurship
- Facilitated leadership and skill workshops to support interested students in starting their own business
- Collaborated with the Dutch government to implement initiatives that eliminate entrepreneurial obstacles for women and advance equal business opportunities for female students in the Netherlands
Sep 2020 - Sep 2021
1 year 1 month Maastricht, Netherlands
Board member
Founders Club
- Established interactive knowledge platform for students with entrepreneurial mindset, fostering a strong entrepreneurial community across all 6 faculties of Maastricht University
- Organized presentations, case studies, guest lectures, and social events to bridge the gap between academic entrepreneurship and first experiences in practice
Mar 2020 - Mar 2021
1 year 1 month Vienna, Austria
Co-Founder
hafla
- Took personal ownership of building partnerships and understanding customer needs, driving the development of tailored solutions seeking out suitable companies interested in collaborating
- Proactively identified and engaged with potential partners, effectively conveying the value proposition of our platform and securing their commitment to join our ecosystem
- Utilized a targeted approach in identifying companies that align with our platform's vision and values, ensuring optimal synergy and long-term business relationships
- Acquired user base of 500 users and establishing 20 strategic partnerships within a span of 5 months
Languages
English
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced
Dutch
Intermediate
German
Intermediate
Education
Aug 2020 - Aug 2021
Maastricht University School of Business and Economics
Master of Science · International Business · Netherlands · Cum Laude
Sep 2019 - Jan 2020
Universidad ESAN
International Business · Peru
Sep 2017 - Aug 2020
Vienna University of Economics and Business
Bachelor of Science · Economics and Social Sciences · Austria · Dean's List
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