Benjamin Nolan
About Benjamin Nolan
Benjamin Nolan serves as the Director of Business Development for Europe and the Middle East at Leonardo.Ai. He has extensive experience in business development and sales across various companies, including roles at Statice and Anonos, and holds degrees in International Business and Behavioral Sciences.
Current Role at Leonardo.Ai
Benjamin Nolan serves as the Director of Business Development for Europe and the Middle East at Leonardo.Ai. He has held this position since 2024, working from Munich, Bavaria, Germany. In this role, he actively supports customers in the EMEA region, focusing on enhancing their creative workflows through the integration of GenAI technology.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Before joining Leonardo.Ai, Benjamin Nolan held several significant positions in business development. He worked at Statice as the Head of Business Development from 2019 to 2024 in the Berlin Area, Germany. He also served as the Director of Business Development at PRIORI DATA from 2017 to 2018 and as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at the same company from 2018 to 2019. His experience includes roles at Anonos, where he was VP of Sales for Global Advisory Partners and Head of EU Data Ecosystem.
Educational Background
Benjamin Nolan has a solid educational foundation in business and behavioral sciences. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Business from Griffith University, studying from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he studied Behavioral Sciences at the University of Tasmania, achieving a Bachelor's Degree in 2010. His early education was completed at Taroona High School from 2004 to 2007.
Professional Interests and Activities
Benjamin Nolan has a passion for integrating GenAI into creative processes across various industries, including media, design, gaming, fashion, and architecture. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys outdoor activities such as cycling and climbing. He also has a keen interest in music, reflecting a well-rounded lifestyle.
Mentorship and Advisory Roles
In addition to his business development roles, Benjamin Nolan has contributed to the industry as a mentor at Fraunhofer Venture from 2020 to 2022. He also served as an advisor at FormProfi from 2016 to 2018. These roles demonstrate his commitment to supporting emerging talent and fostering innovation in the field.