Stefan Ernst
About Stefan Ernst
Stefan Ernst is the Head of Business Development for Digital Industry Solutions at Materna Information & Communications SE, with over 10 years of experience in the IT industry focusing on industrial clients. He specializes in data economy and cloud technologies, driving business growth through innovative IT services and market analysis.
Current Role at Materna Information & Communications SE
Stefan Ernst serves as the Head of Business Development for Digital Industry Solutions at Materna Information & Communications SE. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in Erlangen, Bayern, Deutschland. In this role, he is responsible for identifying and exploring new business opportunities and markets through targeted market analysis and competitive observation. His focus on data economy and cloud technologies aims to drive business growth and enhance client competitiveness.
Previous Experience at Materna
Before his current role, Stefan Ernst worked at Materna Information & Communications SE as a Business Development Manager from 2021 to 2022. He also served as a Manager in Digital Strategy Consulting for a brief period in 2023. His tenure at Materna has allowed him to develop innovative IT services and customized solutions tailored to meet client needs.
Experience at Atos
Stefan Ernst has significant experience from his time at Atos, where he held multiple roles. He was a Global Client Executive Partner from 2020 to 2021 and an Account Manager from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a PLM Consultant from 2015 to 2017. His roles at Atos involved managing client relationships and developing strategies to enhance service delivery.
Educational Background
Stefan Ernst has a strong educational foundation in management and finance. He studied at Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW), earning a Bachelor of Science in International Management for Business and Information Technology from 2012 to 2015. He then pursued a Master of Arts in Leadership and Management at IU International University of Applied Sciences from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he completed a course on Leading the Effective Sales Force at INSEAD in 2023.
Specialization and Skills
Stefan Ernst specializes in data economy and cloud technologies, focusing on driving business growth through innovative solutions. He promotes innovation and continuous improvement by integrating industry-leading technologies and best practices into his work. His expertise enables him to develop customized IT services that enhance client competitiveness in the market.