Volker Z.
About Volker Z.
Volker Z. serves as the Head of Managed Service Providers CEMEA at Onfido, a position he has held since 2023 in Munich, Germany. With extensive experience in sales and business development across various technology companies, he specializes in identity solutions and compliance.
Current Role at Onfido
Volker Z. serves as the Head of Managed Service Providers CEMEA at Onfido, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, he is responsible for overseeing managed service provider operations across the Central Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions. His role involves strategic leadership and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
Previous Experience in Sales and Management
Volker Z. has extensive experience in sales and management across various technology companies. He worked as a Sales Director and Country Manager at SECUDE International AG from 2010 to 2014. He held the position of Director of Sales for Identity Solutions at CA Technologies in 2017-2018 and served as Regional Sales Director at Ubisecure from 2019 to 2021. His career also includes roles at Kaspersky Lab and Symantec Inc., where he focused on corporate sales and account management.
Education and Expertise
Volker Z. studied Civil Engineering with Economics at FH Giessen from 1991 to 1995. His educational background complements his professional expertise in identity solutions, anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), e-signature, fintech solutions, and compliance. He has developed a strong network of business and channel partners within these sectors.
Mentorship and Team Leadership
In his professional roles, Volker Z. is known for mentoring and coaching team members, promoting a positive work culture. He emphasizes an energetic and hands-on approach to leadership, which fosters collaboration and enhances team dynamics. His ability to communicate effectively across functions is a key aspect of his leadership style.
Notable Skills and Attributes
Volker Z. possesses a unique skill set that includes cross-functional executive communication and a reputation for delivering on commitments. He is recognized for his strategic decision-making abilities, which are enhanced by a distinctive capability described as 'mind reading.' This skill contributes to effective team dynamics and informed business strategies.