Franz Bender
Associate Manager @Netlight
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WORK HISTORY
Associate Manager @Netlight
Berlin, DE
AI, Data, Cloud Consultant | I specialize in designing and implementing cloud-native solutions that drive data-informed decision-making. I engage hands-on in projects, but also drive business engagement through pre-sales, client intros, appearing as speaker at conferences, building hyper-scaler relationships, strategic planning and project management. From building scalable data platforms and machine learning solutions to leading POCs and large-scale projects, I work across startups, SMEs, and enterprises to deliver impactful results—whether it\'s short-term prototypes or multi-year implementations.(More details on projects in section below)
EDUCATION
Universität Rostock
Bachelor of Science - BS
Technische Universität Berlin
Master of Science - MS
ABOUT FRANZ BENDER
I work at the intersection of AI, data, and cloud, leading technical teams to deliver solutions that create real business advantage. I bring deep AI/ML expertise (MSc AI – TU Berlin) together with strategic and commercial insight to design and implement systems that scale beyond experimentation.My value lies in my \'T-shaped\' ability to connect specialized AI knowledge with practical cloud architecture and commercial awareness. Key experience demonstrating this- Tech lead for AI project delivering >5x SEO traffic growth for one of Europe\'s largest e-commerce enterprises via a custom AWS solution- Team lead in AI team for Denmark’s largest bank, reducing time in targeted manual workflows by 15%- Defined and executed the full AI strategy for a startup, covering product development, hiring, go-to-market, and upskilling- Team lead for delivery team of a GenAI digitization project aimed at transforming run-off operations in insurance leading to cost savings of 200k per acquisition.Beyond core deliveries, I focus on business growth- Drove and delivered Netlight\'s company-wide AWS Competency Certifications (GenAI, Data & Analytics, Glue), creating new revenue streams through hyperscaler partnerships- Supported sales at Netlight by leading client intros, scoping sessions, and proposals- Pioneered Netlight\'s new AI marketing group, delivering white papers, video campaigns, and demand generation projects through partnerships.Looking for roles that demand both deep technical leadership and broad strategic vision to solve complex challenges.
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