Dr. Christian Geist
About Dr. Christian Geist
Dr. Christian Geist is the Director of Innovation for Digital and Core Banking at SAP Fioneer, a position he has held since 2022. He has a strong background in fintech and consulting, having previously worked at CHECK24 Vergleichsportal and McKinsey & Company.
Work at SAP Fioneer
Dr. Christian Geist holds the position of Director Innovation in Digital & Core Banking at SAP Fioneer. He has been with the company since 2022, contributing to advancements in digital banking solutions. His role focuses on driving innovation within the banking sector, leveraging his extensive background in fintech and technology.
Previous Experience at CHECK24 Vergleichsportal
Dr. Christian Geist worked at CHECK24 Vergleichsportal in various capacities. He served as Head of Business Development in the fintech sector from 2016 to 2018, followed by a role as Managing Director from 2018 to 2022. His tenure at CHECK24 involved strategic leadership and business development initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's fintech offerings.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Christian Geist has a solid educational background in computer science and mathematics. He earned his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Mathematics and Computer Science from Technische Universität Darmstadt from 2004 to 2008. He then obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Logic from the University of Amsterdam from 2008 to 2010. He further pursued his studies at the Technical University of Munich, where he achieved a Doctorate (Dr. rer. nat.) in Computer Science from 2013 to 2016.
Experience at McKinsey & Company
Dr. Christian Geist worked as a Senior Consultant at McKinsey & Company from 2010 to 2016. During his six years with the firm, he provided consulting services that contributed to various projects, focusing on strategic planning and operational improvements in the financial sector.