Valentin Storz
About Valentin Storz
Valentin Storz is the General Manager EMEA at Nano Dimension and has extensive experience in operations and sales within the 3D printing industry, having held various leadership roles at MakerBot and Stratasys. He also owns Storz Industries GmbH and serves as a board member at J.A.M.E.S, contributing to his diverse professional background.
Current Role at Nano Dimension
Valentin Storz serves as the General Manager EMEA at Nano Dimension since 2019. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic initiatives within the Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions. His responsibilities include managing regional sales, business development, and operational efficiency to enhance the company's market presence.
Previous Experience at MakerBot
Valentin Storz held multiple positions at MakerBot from 2014 to 2018. He began as the VP Operations Europe for seven months in Stuttgart, followed by a year as VP Sales EMEA. He later served as General Manager EMEA for two years, where he focused on expanding MakerBot's market share and operational capabilities in the region.
Background in Consulting and Business Development
Before his tenure at MakerBot, Valentin Storz worked as an Advisor/Consultant at Management Partner GmbH Unternehmensberater from 2008 to 2014. He also gained experience in strategy and business development at Stratasys for eight months in 2018 to 2019. These roles contributed to his expertise in operational management and strategic planning.
Educational Background
Valentin Storz studied at the University of Stuttgart, where he earned a degree in Technical Business Administration, achieving a Dipl.-Kfm. t.o. (M.Sc. equivalent) from 2002 to 2008. He furthered his education at Luleå University of Technology, specializing in Industrial Economics. This academic foundation supports his professional roles in management and operations.
Ownership of Storz Industries GmbH
Since 2010, Valentin Storz has been the Owner of Storz Industries GmbH, based in Stuttgart und Umgebung, Deutschland. In this capacity, he manages the company's operations and strategic direction, contributing to its growth and development in the industry.