Franz Dinkelacker
About Franz Dinkelacker
Franz Dinkelacker serves as the Director of Industry Solutions at o9 Solutions, Inc., where he leads the development of AI and machine learning use cases across various industries. He has a diverse background, including experience at Bain & Company and co-founding Flower AI, along with a strong educational foundation in physics and engineering.
Work at o9 Solutions
Franz Dinkelacker serves as the Director of Industry Solutions at o9 Solutions, Inc., a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads the development of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) use cases across various industries on the o9 platform. His responsibilities include integrating AI/ML technologies into industry-specific solutions, enhancing the company's offerings in the market. Dinkelacker operates from the Greater Munich Metropolitan Area, contributing to the strategic direction of the organization.
Previous Experience at Bain & Company
Before joining o9 Solutions, Franz Dinkelacker worked at Bain & Company as a Manager from 2017 to 2021. He spent four years in this role, primarily based in Germany and the UAE. His experience at Bain involved consulting on various projects, where he developed skills in strategic planning and operational improvement.
Entrepreneurial Background with Flower AI
Franz Dinkelacker co-founded Flower AI and served as the Head of AI from 2016 to 2017. During this year-long tenure in Germany, he focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to create innovative solutions. His role involved overseeing the development of AI technologies and applications within the startup.
Educational Qualifications
Franz Dinkelacker has a strong academic background in physics and engineering. He earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Physics from Technische Universität München and a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Waterloo. He also holds two Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degrees in Physics from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the University of Valencia. Additionally, he completed a program in Entrepreneurship at techTALENTS by UnternehmerTUM.
Internship Experience
Franz Dinkelacker has gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as an intern at Porsche in 2014 and at BMW Group as a Working Student in 2015. He also completed internships at Horváth & Partners Management Consultants in 2016 and at Arcondis Group in 2011. These roles provided him with insights into the automotive and consulting industries, contributing to his professional development.