Ulrich Schumann

Professional Focus

• Former Regional Leader of EMEA Technology Practice Group and Global Technology Practice Leader
• In-depth expertise in new technology, focusing on international IT, telecommunications, new media, Internet, software, IoT, analytics and big data; CIO, IT and EDP management appointments
• Additionally works with clients in cleantech, retail and consumer products, automotive and industrial
• Strong background in venture capital and private equity-driven companies
• Provides advisory support for board appointments
• Extensive high-level consulting experience

Business Expertise

• Former Managing Partner at H. Neumann International Management Consultants, led executive searches for technology sector
• Consultant and IT/telecommunications team leader at ifp (Institut für Personal- und Unternehmensberatung), focused on technology
• Project Manager and Field Manager at Kohorten Sozial- und Wirtschaftsforschung; implemented projects in advertising effectiveness, market and communication research, product tests and image studies for leading manufacturers and financial services firms
• Research associate at the Institute for Applied and Clinical Psychology, University of Bonn

Practice Membership

Global Industry Practices

• Technology
  • CIO/CTO/CSO/CISO
  • Cloud, Big Data, Analytics/BI
  • Communications, Media & Entertainment, Global Leader
  • Diital & CDO
  • Internet of Things, Global Leader
  • Semi-conductor, Devices & Consumer Electronics

Additional Expertise

• Board Services
• Consumer Products
• Retail
• Cleantech
• Industrial

Education & Certifications

• Master’s degree in psychology
• Additional coursework in social sciences and business management at University of Marburg and University of Bonn

Affiliations & Awards

• Named one of Germany’s most influential Search Professionals by Wirtschaftswoche