
In the Harvesting Session, presenters will summarize the results of the day’s discussions and highlight key findings from the World Cafés
Digital Transformation Lead, Omicron Electronics GmbH
With over eight years of software development experience, I have transitioned into a role that focuses on driving the development and integration of capabilities required to advance the digital transformation journey within companies.
This dedication ensures that organizations stay ahead in the constantly evolving digital landscape and continue to innovate for the future.
I believe that digital transformation is more about people and mindset than technology. I strive to help organizations adopt an infinite game mindset to remain agile and adaptive in a constantly evolving digital landscape.
As a firm believer in knowledge sharing and continuous learning, I'm always open to connecting with like-minded professionals with the same passion for digital transformation, innovation, and emerging technologies. If you're interested in discussing these topics or exchanging insights, please feel free to reach out.
Digital Transformation Lead, OMICRON electronics
Since May 2022, Florian Fink has been co-leading the development and integration of digital transformation strategies within his company. His efforts focus on positioning the organization at the forefront of the ever-evolving digital landscape, ensuring continuous innovation and future readiness. With a commitment to driving change and fostering digital capabilities, Florian plays a key role in guiding the company through its digital evolution.
Head of Algorithms for Operations, DB Netz AG
Hannah Richta is Head of Algorithms for Operations at DB InfraGO. She is an economist and gained a broad knowledge in AI and Data in several roles at DB Cargo and DB InfraGO. She started her career in railroading in 2012 at DB Cargo. Her previous roles included lean and IT management as well as building DB Cargo’s first dedicated data science team and leading a project to predict estimated times of arrival for freight trains by machine learning. She publishes in trade magazines on a regular basis and speaks occasionally at trade events.
AI and Data Science Manager, Adecco Group
Antonio Lisi is a highly experienced data scientist with a strong background in machine learning and data analysis. He is skilled in using various tools and technologies, including Python, R, SAS, SQL, Spark. He has proven track record of delivering high-impact, data-driven solutions in various industries, including finance, insurance, energy, and HR services. He benefits from strong communication skills, with the ability to translate business needs into actionable data-driven solutions. He demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of successfully managing and mentoring team members.
Scientific Director and R&D Manager, BASF
Dr. Bruno Betoni Parodi got his Doctoral title from the Helmut Schmidt University in Hamburg – Germany in the area of Electrical Engineering. He has specializations in the areas of Robotics and Machine Learning and has worked many years in industrial research at both research laboratories as well as in production sites. Since 2018 with BASF, Dr Betoni Parodi is the scientific director for the BASLEARN coll joint lab in collaboration with Technical University of Berlin in the area of Machine Learning and AI
The Pop in my Job:
Being an engineer I really love to solve problems. Not as a quick fix but understanding the underlying questions behind it and understanding how to better generate value. Working at same time with industry but also academic partners enables me to see and get best of both worlds.
Team Lead Big Data & AI, S Payment GmbH Stuttgart
As Teamlead for Big Data & AI at Sparkasse Payment GmbH, Dr. Tobias Rienmueller enables the Big Data and AI challenges related to payments. With a keen focus on developing, planning, and implementing cutting-edge Big Data and AI systems, he drives innovative solutions to a wide array of complex problems. Tobias helps the payments industry unlock the full potential of their data.
OMICRON is passionate about pioneering ideas to make energy systems safer and more reliable. With our innovative solutions, we meet the current and future challenges of our industry. We are fully committed to supporting our customers: we respond to their needs, offer them excellent on-site support and share our expertise and experience with them.
In the OMICRON Group, we develop innovative technologies for all areas of electrical energy systems. We focus on electrical testing of medium and high-voltage equipment, protection testing, digital switchgear testing and cyber security. Customers all over the world rely on our easy-to-use solutions and value their accuracy, speed and quality.
OMICRON is passionate about pioneering ideas to make energy systems safer and more reliable. With our innovative solutions, we meet the current and future challenges of our industry. We are fully committed to supporting our customers: we respond to their needs, offer them excellent on-site support and share our expertise and experience with them.
In the OMICRON Group, we develop innovative technologies for all areas of electrical energy systems. We focus on electrical testing of medium and high-voltage equipment, protection testing, digital switchgear testing and cyber security. Customers all over the world rely on our easy-to-use solutions and value their accuracy, speed and quality.
DB Netz AG is the rail infrastructure company of Deutsche Bahn AG. With over 51,000 employees, it is responsible for the almost 33,300 kilometre-long rail network, including all facilities required for operations. On average, 50,000 trains run on DB Netz AG's infrastructure every day.
The Adecco Group is the world's leading recruitment company, transforming the world of work through talent and technology. Every year, The Adecco Group helps over one million people around the world find new career opportunities. With its global brands Adecco, Akkodis, LHH Recruitment Solutions and DIS AG, The Adecco Group provides services ranging from recruitment, career reorientation and talent development to outsourcing and consulting. The Adecco Group works in partnership with employers, candidates and employees, sharing its labour market expertise and insights to advance society and the economy. The Adecco Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and employs more than 33,000 people in around 60 countries worldwide.
BASF stands for chemistry for a sustainable future. Our claim: We want to be the preferred chemical company to enable our customers' green transformation. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in almost all industries and in almost all countries around the world. Our portfolio comprises the core businesses Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions and Nutrition & Care; the standalone businesses are bundled in the Surface Technologies and Agricultural Solutions segments. BASF achieved global sales of €65.3 billion in 2024. BASF shares are traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (BAS) and as American Depositary Receipts (BASFY) in the United States.
We are the payment competence center of the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe in Stuttgart. We develop and market holistic and omni-channel payment and value-added solutions in the digital environment for the savings banks in Germany. Our product and service portfolio includes contactless and mobile payment by card or smartphone, online payment methods and solutions for new markets such as digital PoS, e-mobility and connected cars. Perfectly tailored to the savings banks and their private and corporate customers. At the point of sale as well as in e- and m-commerce.