Generation Tech Partners

We build AI-native market leaders in the Mittelstand through Buy & Build Playbooks and scalable Entrepreneurial Systems.

Focus:
-Acquisition & transformation of B2B companies
-AI-first business architecture
-Growth systems for Private Equity & Family Offices

Founder | AI Native Private Equity

Szabo AI Board Advisors

Board Member & Advisor for technology-driven companies in growth, transformation and succession. Focused on AI strategy, business architecture and investment management.

Current Mandates:
-HÖRMANN Group (Security & Critical Infrastructure)

Former Mandates:
-FactoryPal (AI SaaS for Manufacturing – Exit to Valmet Oy.)
-InspectifAI (Edge AI for Pharma)
-DAIN Studios (GenAI Consulting)
-Vaibe (Gamification SaaS for Workforce)

Supporting family businesses, PE firms and founders in AI-driven scaling, buy & build strategies and leadership systems.

Non Executive Director & Advisor | AI & Growth Strategies

Einhorn Venture Labs

Building a private venture studio and investment platform for technology-driven B2B business models. Focus on company building, buy & build playbooks, and growth capital.

Portfolio & Investments:
-YOU MAWO (3D-printed eyewear – FT1000)
-Additive Scale (Mass Customization Platform)
-Beyond Chiefs (Fractional Leadership Platform)

Investing in leading PE and VC funds globally, alongside direct angel investments in B2B startups.

Operating at the intersection of venture building, technology, and capital — creating scalable infrastructure and high-growth companies.

Founder & Investor  | Venture Studio & Investments

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management

MBA lecturer for Artificial Intelligence for Business Leaders at the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management.

Focus: Application of AI in corporate strategy, leadership frameworks and building AI-native organizations.

Topics:
-AI Strategy & Leadership
-Company Building Frameworks
-Future of Work & Talent Systems

Lecturer | AI in Business

London Speaker Bureau

As a keynote speaker, I empower leaders and organizations to actively shape the age of AI and digital transformation. My talks combine strategic insight with operational relevance—clear, actionable, and business-driven. I speak on AI-native companies, the future of work, scalable entrepreneurship, and leadership in times of exponential change. Each keynote delivers concrete takeaways to unlock innovation, enable growth, and drive meaningful impact.

Keynote Speaker | AI & Tech Transformation

Additive Scale

Co-founding and development of a leading international company for industrial additive series production - specializing in 3D-printed luxury eyewear and custom-made products. Scaling of a highly automated production site in Munich and development of global partnerships with Siemens, ZEISS and other technology partners. Support for international customers, including LVMH and leading eyewear brands worldwide.

Successful exit to a leading tech-growth private equity investor for further global scaling.

Co-founder (exit to PE) | Series production of 3D-printed glasses

YOU MAWO

Bootstrapped, globally scaled, sold. YOU MAWO combines luxury eyewear, 3D scanning, additive manufacturing and AI-supported software to control operational processes and individual product customization. From first prototype to international market leader with partners like ZEISS and presence in 20+ countries. 

After 10 years: Exit to leading Tech Growth PE for scaling as a global platform.

Founder (Exit to PE) | Eyewear Tech - Luxury meets Software

Körber

As CEO of the Digital Division, I led the establishment and expansion of Europe's largest Corporate AI Venture Studio. I rapidly scaled the team from 90 to 450 professionals, strategically distributed across 5 locations in 3 countries. This expansion supported the successful incubation and scaling of three SaaS companies that generated double-digit millions in revenue, and the significant growth of an AI enterprise consulting firm, ultimately propelling us to become one of Germany's top two fastest-growing companies.

My strategic leadership was centered on:
-Pioneering the development and commercialization of advanced AI-powered SaaS solutions for key industries including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and logistics.
-Constructing a dynamic AI-native venture portfolio, encompassing successful entities such as FactoryPal, InspectifAI, Vaibe, and Dain Studios, showcasing our deep expertise in analytics and machine learning.
-Orchestrating the transformation of traditional operational units into scalable, data-driven platform business models.
-Instilling a unique blend of innovation, a high-performance culture, and unwavering accountability for outcomes, which garnered over 20 prestigious industry awards.

My tangible value contributions included:
-Achieving significant revenue growth and operational efficiencies through systemic scaling initiatives.
-Cultivating a high-performance, analytics-driven culture with a clear focus on scalable growth architectures.
-Providing strategic oversight at the board level, leading M&A integration efforts, and shaping the strategic direction for all new business units.

CEO | B2B AI Venture Studio

Chief Digital Officer | Pharma

Merck Group

Led venture building and digital innovation initiatives for a global life science and technology company.

Focus:
-Developing new business models in diagnostics, blockchain, health tech, and advanced manufacturing
-Building a corporate venture studio and startup collaborations
-Strategic partnerships (e.g., Palantir) and international joint ventures (Japan, China)
-Driving digital transformation of industrial processes and data-driven platforms

Head of Company Building | Deep Tech Venture Studio

Accelerated digital transformation by embedding startup agility into enterprise structures. Built a high-performing team to develop scalable digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, and performance materials.

Led global digital initiatives, established dedicated transformation units, and drove strategic partnerships – including Palantir – to enhance innovation capacity, data capabilities, and enterprise-wide scalability.

Focus Areas:
-Business Model Innovation
-Digital Growth Strategy
-Venture Building & Platform Architecture
-Cross-enterprise Transformation Programs

Head of Digital Office | Merck Group

Responsible for corporate strategy process management and portfolio management in the pharma division. Strategic advisor to the CEO on company-wide growth and transformation initiatives.

Accelerated digital transformation by launching nine lighthouse projects within six months, involving over 100 stakeholders — driving innovation and organizational change across healthcare, life sciences, and performance materials.

Focus on scalable business models, data-driven decision architecture, and the transformation of operational units.

Group Strategy | Digital & Biopharma

Started as Manager Strategic Planning — responsible for international strategy, market analysis and post-merger integration for a €1B+ life science business.

Promoted to Head of Strategic Planning — leading global strategy processes, portfolio management and digital transformation. Strategic advisor to the CEO on growth and M&A initiatives.

Led post-merger integration of Sigma-Aldrich ($17B deal) and launched nine digital lighthouse projects driving innovation across healthcare, life sciences and performance materials.

Focus Areas:
-Corporate Strategy & M&A
-Business Model Innovation
-Digital Growth Initiatives
-Post-Merger Integration

Head of Strategic Planning & Business Transformation

I build Entrepreneurial Systems — scalable structures made of AI, Talent, and Capital — that transform companies, reorganize markets, and automate growth.

With 15+ years of experience in high-tech, industrial sectors, and B2B, I specialize in combining hardware, software, and AI with business model innovation to drive cross-industry scaling.

I’ve built and scaled companies across diverse verticals — from advanced manufacturing and industrial tech to SaaS and life sciences — leading organizations with up to 450 people and generating 8-figure revenues.

My work focuses on designing business architecture for companies and investors who want to scale smarter — especially in fragmented markets, succession environments, and AI transformation scenarios.

Focus Areas:
-AI Company Transformation
-Buy & Build Playbooks for B2B & Industry
-Founder Operating Systems
-Cross-Industry Growth Architecture

Recognized as a World Economic Forum Global Innovator and Top 40 Under 40. Graduate of Harvard Business School (GMP) and University of St. Gallen.

Daniel Szabo

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Council Member ''The Luxury Eyewear Market'' & PR for Luxury Brands | Multiple Perspectives

A BATHING APE®

Project Consultant

Localization of products and services, pricing strategies, marketing, and more
Understanding each country’s specificities in terms of competition, consumer preferences, and regulatory environment
Choosing a scalable business model that can easily be replicated (or adapted) across different LATAM markets
Establishing strategic partnerships with local businesses that can provide valuable market insights or improve your employee experience or benefits packages
Adaptability and preparedness for potential changes in market conditions, given that the Latin American region can often be dynamic and unpredictable
Prioritization of exceptional customer experience and responsiveness, bearing in mind that Latin American customers often place high value on personal relationships

Business Development Consultant APAC, AMER, EMEA 

The importance of PR in sales
PR is a strategic communication tool. This tool helps companies create a positive brand image, build strong customer relationships, and drive sales. 

Through my effective PR practices, businesses can enhance their visibility, credibility, and reputation in the marketplace. PR initiatives such as networking, media relations, content creation, and events enable businesses to generate buzz, gain media coverage, and influence consumer perceptions global

Global Sales Public Relations 

YOU MAWO is one of the pioneers of 3D printing in the eyewear industry. Ultra light frames, made-to-measure through digital manufacturing for the perfect fit. 100% climate neutral - Made in Germany

Marketing Team Member & Public Relations 

Vertu

Vertu is available from around 400 stores, including 70 Vertu Boutiques, in 66 countries.
We aim to deliver the world’s best luxury eyewear & mobile phone experience for its customers by combining expert craftsmanship.

Marketing Team

VIKTOR&ROLF

Marketing & Public Relations Eyewear Consultant / APAC Asia-Pacific Markets

Yohji Yamamoto Parfums

Consultant Latin America Markets @ YOHJI YAMAMOTO EYEWEAR

Jill Stuart International

Developing Eyewear trade worldwide in collaboration with distributors SEEONE.

Head Of Marketing Communications

agnès b.

Developing the eyewear trade @ SEEONE distributors

Marketing Staff

 Visual Culture Optical Ltd Hong Kong & Macau

Marketing Manager

Thom Browne, Inc.

Marketing Development Consultant Brasil & LATAM

Developing Indian luxury & eyewear markets,
We connect decision-makers to the right experts so they can act with the confidence that comes from true clarity and have what it takes to get ahead. Our network of experts is the world’s largest source of first-hand expertise
AMER, APAC & EMEA Markets
Prospecting and networking new markets
Being an “Ambassador” for the brand 
Establishing and maintaining strong communication with buying offices and clients;
Sharing customer feedback with the company in order to improve products and services;
Representing the company at seminars, conferences, media screenings, and any other event where it is relevant to present the brand and its products/services
Participating in workshops and brainstorming sessions, contributing to promotional campaigns and strategies by working closely with the Marketing, Product Development, and Sales teams.
Visiting and educating retailers, distributors, and vendors on the products’ particularities, distributing samples when necessary.
Communicating with vendors and key stakeholders.
Ensuring that the brand, product, or service is in perfect condition for demonstration.

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