Michael Baessler
Chief Product & Technology Officer (Cpto) @Theobald Software
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Product & Technology Officer (Cpto) @Theobald Software
Stuttgart, DE
As Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) in the Executive Management Board at Theobald Software, I lead our product, technology, and IT strategy to drive innovation and growth in the SAP data integration market. I align product vision with technological excellence, guiding teams to deliver cloud-ready, AI-enabled solutions that enhance efficiency and customer value. I contribute to strategic growth initiatives, including M&A assessments and partnerships, helping to expand our market presence and unlock new opportunities.
EDUCATION
Hochschule Esslingen - University of Applied Sciences
Dipl. Ing., Computer Software Engineering
ABOUT MICHAEL BAESSLER
I am a technology executive with a 20+ year track record of driving digital and cloud transformation, modernizing complex enterprise environments, and turning AI strategy into measurable business impact. My career spans global leadership roles, high‑growth startups, and deep enterprise architecture work - all focused on building scalable, secure, and intelligent platforms that create real value for customers and the business.As CTO at Theobald Software, I lead distributed engineering and IT organizations delivering next‑generation SAP data integration products. I shape the technology roadmap, guide cloud modernization initiatives, and drive product innovation that strengthens our market position. My work centers on AI‑enabled capabilities, scalable architectures, and product strategies aligned with customer needs, go‑to‑market priorities, and long‑term growth.Beyond my executive role, I serve as a technical advisor and mentor to founders, accelerators, and early‑stage teams. I help startups navigate architecture decisions, AI adoption, product‑market fit, and the transition from prototype to enterprise‑ready SaaS. My guidance is grounded in hands‑on experience with multi‑tenant cloud platforms, data privacy, security architecture, and risk mitigation across regulated environments.Across my career - including two decades at IBM - I’ve delivered enterprise‑grade solutions in data governance, content analytics, information management, and cloud services. I’ve led initiatives involving AI governance, responsible AI practices, and the integration of emerging technologies into production systems. My work has resulted in more than ten granted patents, multiple Outstanding Technical Achievement Awards, and recognition for innovation leadership.I thrive at the intersection of AI, cloud architecture, data platforms, and product strategy. Whether advising startups or leading enterprise transformation, I’m driven by a simple principle: technology must deliver clear business outcomes, operational excellence, and sustainable competitive advantage.
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