David Neef
About David Neef
David Neef serves as the Senior Director of Partnerships at Plug and Play Tech Center, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in business development and customer research, with experience at notable companies such as Daimler AG and Horváth & Partners Management Consultants.
Work at Plug and Play Tech Center
David Neef serves as the Senior Director of Partnerships at Plug and Play Tech Center, a position he has held since 2021. He operates within the Region Stuttgart, focusing on developing and managing partnerships that enhance the organization's innovation ecosystem. Prior to this role, he worked as Partnership Director for STARTUP AUTOBAHN at Plug and Play from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to fostering collaborations between startups and established companies. His experience at Plug and Play Tech Center spans over three years.
Education and Expertise
David Neef has a strong educational background in international business and market research. He earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in International Business Development from ESB Business School, Reutlingen University, from 2016 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Business/Market and Communication Research from Hochschule Pforzheim, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he studied International Business at 연세대학교 from 2014 to 2015.
Background
David Neef has accumulated diverse work experience in various roles related to customer research and strategy. He began his career at Daimler AG, where he held multiple positions, including Intern at the Customer Research Center and Working Student. He also completed his Bachelor thesis and later his Master thesis at Horváth & Partners Management Consultants. His early roles included research assistant positions at both ESB Business School and Hochschule Pforzheim.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, David Neef has held various positions that have contributed to his expertise in partnerships and customer research. He worked at Daimler AG in several capacities, including as a Working Student and Intern in the Customer Research Center. His experience also includes a role as a Master Thesis Student at Horváth & Partners Management Consultants. His time at Plug and Play Tech Center reflects a continuous trajectory in partnership management and innovation.