Pia Grote
Post Merger Integration
Experience
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
2 yearsPost Merger Integration
International Mechanical Engineering Company
- Responsible for change management and communication in a global project bringing two IT departments together into one new company
- Organization of a global three-day convention to support the merger
- Conduction of leadership and team workshops and support of the leadership team in various topics
Jan 2021 - Dec 2022
1 yearInnovation Strategy
International Automotive Supplier
- Analysis of the client’s current product portfolio and developing new ideas for innovative products
- Creation of several virtual experience workshops with the aim to innovate and future-proof the existing product portfolio
Aug 2021 - Present
4 yearsFreelance Consultant
Self-Employed
- Several projects in the automotive industry, mainly focusing on building the future strategy for automotive suppliers
- Supporting though interactive and virtual workshop (concept development and lead facilitation)
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
1 yearStrategy Consulting
Air Mobility Start Up
- Conduction of an interview series with key employees and execution of a strategy workshop to define purpose, vision, values, and strategy
- Continued support in strategic questions, communication, and branding
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
1 yearDigital Strategy
International Automotive Supplier
- Development of a digital target picture through several virtual workshops and interviews
- Set up of a portfolio management by collection all running projects, evaluation of these projects, and recommendations to leadership
- Conduction of a virtual innovation workshops to ideate new digital products and services
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
1 yearFounder Experience
Own Start Up
- Development of strategy and direction for HyLevio (a new generation of air taxis powered by hydrogen)
- Responsible for strategy, branding. marketing and communications
- Participation in various well-known start up programs, e.g., Xplore by UnternehmerTUM (Munich) or Xpreneurs – incubator for high-tech start ups
Oct 2020 - Jul 2021
10 monthsCo-Founder
HyLevio
- Startup to develop a hydrogen-powered aircraft for intercity mobility
- Responsible for strategy, business development, network and brand building, marketing and communication
- Alumnus batch #9 of XPRENEURS an incubator for high-tech startups
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
1 yearWorkforce Transformation
German Insurance Company
- Evaluation of the current organization and development of a future organization with role profiles for the future workforce
- Analysis of skill gaps for recruiting using a software-based approach and clear recommendation to leadership
Oct 2019 - Dec 2020
1 year 3 monthsManager People Advisory Services
EY
- Founding and leading the strategic enablement office with the purpose to transform internally
- Working closely with and reported directly to the leadership team
- Responsible for collaborations with different startups focusing on New Work solutions and bringing their products to market
Oct 2017 - Oct 2019
2 years 1 monthSenior Consultant Digital Business Services
EY
- Support in building a new department that focuses on the digital transformation of clients
- Strengthening strategic alliances globally
- Identification of skill gaps and project management for several M&A projects
Sep 2015 - Oct 2017
2 years 2 monthsConsultant Advisory Services
EY
- Test management in an international project in the power & utilities industry supporting a carve-out
Aug 2014 - Feb 2015
7 monthsIntern | Procurement Marketing
Audi AG
- Procurement of serval marketing and industrial services
Mar 2012 - Sep 2012
7 monthsIntern | Procurement Serial Production
BMW Group
- Accompanied several procurement processes, responsible for supplier communication
Summary
Fascinated by innovation and organizational development. Passion for design, brands, and creative work in teams. Motivated through the ambition to build a better and more sustainable world.
Languages
German
Native
English
Advanced
Education
May 2011 - Sep 2015
University of Applied Sciences Munich
Bachelor of Arts, specializing in Marketing · Business Administration · Munich, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Emotional Leadership
Yvonne Schönau
Masterclass of Personality
Tobias Beck
Negotiation Training
Schranner Negotiation Institute
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