Nils Dantzer
About Nils Dantzer
Nils Dantzer serves as the Senior Director of Global Sales Strategy & Operations at Choco, where he has been instrumental in the company's growth to a $1.2 billion valuation. He has extensive experience in sales strategy, having previously held leadership roles at Groupon and METRO AG.
Work at Choco
Nils Dantzer serves as the Senior Director of Global Sales Strategy & Operations at Choco, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is involved in strategic operations that align with Choco's mission to foster a transparent and sustainable global food system. Dantzer is part of the leadership team responsible for managing an annual order volume of approximately $1 billion through Choco's ordering app. His contributions have been significant in driving the company's growth, which achieved unicorn status with a valuation of $1.2 billion following the Series B2 funding round in April 2022. Additionally, he has played a role in Choco's expansion into multiple countries, including the US, France, Belgium, Germany, Austria, and Spain.
Education and Expertise
Nils Dantzer studied at the University of Münster, where he focused on Volkswirtschaftslehre and earned a Diplom Volkswirt, equivalent to a Master in Economics, from 2004 to 2010. He also attended San Diego State University, studying Economics and Finance from 2007 to 2008. Dantzer completed his secondary education at Gymnasium am Moltkeplatz, achieving his Abitur from 1994 to 2003. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in sales strategy and operations within the food industry.
Previous Experience
Before joining Choco, Nils Dantzer held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked at Groupon as the Regional Director for Germany, Poland, and the UAE from 2011 to 2022, where he focused on regional sales strategies. Prior to that, he completed internships at METRO AG in Corporate Market Intelligence in 2010 and at thyssenkrupp in Investitionsmanagement in 2005. These experiences have equipped him with a diverse skill set in market analysis and operational management.
Contributions to Industry Growth
Nils Dantzer has made notable contributions to the growth of Choco, particularly in its journey to achieving unicorn status. His strategic involvement has been crucial in expanding Choco's operations across several countries, enhancing the company's presence in the global food system. Dantzer's leadership in overseeing significant order volumes through Choco's app reflects his commitment to advancing the company's objectives and fostering a sustainable food ecosystem.