Linoy Thomas - Founder & Strategy Lead

Q: Where is Linoy based?

Linoy is based in Heilbronn, Germany .

Q: What languages does Linoy speak?

Linoy speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Linoy have?

Linoy has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Linoy has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months . Note that Linoy may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Linoy's latest experience?

Linoy's most recent position is Founder & Strategy Lead at KOOMUNU .

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

In recent years, Linoy has worked for KOOMUNU and Experian .

Q: Which industries is Linoy most experienced in?

Linoy is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Information Technology (IT) , and Insurance . Linoy also has some experience in Banking and Finance , Automotive , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Linoy most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Linoy worked in recently?

Linoy has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Banking and Finance , and Insurance .

Q: Which business areas has Linoy worked in recently?

Linoy has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Marketing , and Research and Development (R&D) .

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Heilbronn, Germany

Experience

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024

3 years

Founder & Strategy Lead

KOOMUNU

Designed and validated a digital community platform prototype through market testing, UX research, and early investor engagement (pre-launch phase).
Led product concept, social media presence (1,400+ followers), and creation of explainer content to validate user interest and engagement potential.

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022

3 years

Germany

Strategy & Business Development Manager

Experian

Led strategic planning and go-to-market support for new product lines, including a successful Pet Insurance market entry.
Built data-driven business cases and executive-ready decision templates to accelerate investment alignment.
Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration with partners like Guidewire, reducing onboarding time and scaling partner integration.
Evaluated and integrated cloud-based partner platforms (e.g., SaaS/PaaS) to enable scalable fraud analytics and digital claims workflows, supporting strategy execution in the DACH region.
Delivered actionable insights through market and performance analyses, shaping product positioning and operational strategy.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2020

6 years

Managing Director – Strategy & Expansion Lead

Limewood Consultants Pvt Ltd

Advised SMEs on European expansion via partner ecosystem design and GTM planning.
Delivered strategic roadmaps and market-entry feasibility studies.
Led cross-functional growth projects in digital and social impact sectors.
Advised C-level clients on aligning strategy with market trends and operations.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

1 year

Strategy Consultant (Intern)

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Developed strategic perspectives for IT services in the insurance sector.
Conducted gap analyses and derived concrete action recommendations.

Jan 2011 - Dec 2013

3 years

Senior Consultant (Operations & Strategy)

The Dalit Alliance

Developed expansion strategies through collaboration and cross-training between NGOs.
Planned initiatives for the rescue and rehabilitation of bonded labor and child labor.

Jan 2008 - Dec 2010

3 years

Assistant Manager Operations

Harman International

Led 5 teams comprising automotive engineers, German language specialists, and business analysts.
Conducted a Kaizen Blitz that resulted in 146 improvement ideas from 86 FTEs within two weeks.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (9 years), Information Technology (4 years), Insurance (4 years), Banking and Finance (3 years), Automotive (3 years), and Manufacturing (3 years).

Professional Services

Information Technology

Insurance

Banking and Finance

Automotive

Manufacturing

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Strategy (12 years), Marketing (9 years), Project Management (6 years), Operations (6 years), Product Development (5 years), and Research and Development (3 years).

Strategy

Marketing

Project Management

Operations

Product Development

Research and Development

Summary

Business strategist with 10+ years turning ambiguity into scalable growth. I craft winning positions (Blue Ocean, design thinking) and translate them into operating models, OKRs/KPIs, and pilot roadmaps that stick. Proven track record in market expansion, ecosystem building, and data-driven platform selection, delivering fast alignment and execution. I’ve led cross-functional teams and large improvement drives (Kaizen blitz producing 146 Kaizens from 86 FTEs).

Skills

Blue Ocean Strategy
Leadership Strategy
Growth Strategy
Okrs & Kpi Design
Ai Transformation
Design Thinking
Digital Marketing
Project Management
Agile & Lean
Six Sigma Black Belt
Stakeholder-management
Digital Transformation
Business Modelling
Product Roadmapping

Languages

English

Native

German

Advanced

Education

Oct 2013 - Jun 2014

University of St. Gallen

MBA, Business Strategy, Operational Excellence & Leadership Strategy · St. Gallen, Switzerland

Oct 2005 - Jun 2007

Diploma in Information Technology · Information Technology

Oct 2002 - Jun 2006

Bachelor of Computer Application · Computer Application

Certifications & licenses

Board Member & Entrepreneur AI & Business Strategy

PMI & NASBA

Elements Of AI

University Of Helsinki

Management Excellence At Microsoft

PMI

Certificate In Digital Marketing

Alfatraining

Six Sigma Black Belt

Profile

Created

November 2025

Last Update

November 2025

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Where is Linoy based?

Linoy is based in Heilbronn, Germany.

What languages does Linoy speak?

Linoy speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Linoy have?

Linoy has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Linoy has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months. Note that Linoy may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Linoy be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Linoy would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder & Strategy Lead, Strategy & Business Development Manager, Managing Director – Strategy & Expansion Lead.

What is Linoy's latest experience?

Linoy's most recent position is Founder & Strategy Lead at KOOMUNU.

What companies has Linoy worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Linoy has worked for KOOMUNU and Experian.

Which industries is Linoy most experienced in?

Linoy is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Insurance. Linoy also has some experience in Banking and Finance, Automotive, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Linoy most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Linoy worked in recently?

Linoy has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Banking and Finance, and Insurance.

Which business areas has Linoy worked in recently?

Linoy has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Marketing, and Research and Development (R&D).

What is Linoy's education?

Linoy holds a Master from University of St. Gallen and a Bachelor in Computer Application.

Does Linoy have any certificates?

Linoy has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Board Member & Entrepreneur AI & Business Strategy, Elements Of AI, and Management Excellence At Microsoft.

What is the availability of Linoy?

Linoy is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Linoy?

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