Dr. Ing. Michael Ardelt
About Dr. Ing. Michael Ardelt
Dr. Ing. Michael Ardelt serves as the COO and Managing Director at Forto, where he has significantly contributed to the company's growth and digital logistics technology since 2017. With a doctorate in automation technology and a diverse background in engineering and business, he has previously held positions at notable companies such as Zalando and BMW Group.
Current Role at Forto
Dr. Ing. Michael Ardelt serves as the COO and Managing Director at Forto, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he has been instrumental in scaling the company's digital logistics technology, which enhances global supply chain efficiency. His leadership has contributed significantly to Forto's expansion into new international markets, aligning with the company's global growth strategy.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Ardelt holds a doctorate in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology from the Technical University of Munich, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He also earned a Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, completing his studies from 2003 to 2008. Additionally, he studied Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney during a study abroad program from 2007 to 2008.
Professional Background
Dr. Ardelt's professional journey includes significant roles in various organizations. He previously worked as a consultant at The Boston Consulting Group from 2012 to 2014, where he operated in Europe, Latin America, and Australia. He founded TheAmazeAPP, which was acquired by Zalando, and served as its CEO from 2014 to 2016. He also held the position of Interim VP Talent Acquisition at Zalando SE from 2016 to 2017.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before his tenure at Forto, Dr. Ardelt worked as an Autonomous Driving Research Engineer at BMW Group from 2008 to 2011. He also gained experience as a working student at the Centre of Excellence for Autonomous Systems in Sydney in 2007 and completed an internship at Kaschke Components GmbH in 2003.
Personal Interests
Dr. Ardelt is originally from Bavaria and enjoys adrenaline sports. He divides his spare time between the mountains and the sea, reflecting his passion for outdoor activities.