Robert Gerstmann
About Robert Gerstmann
Robert Gerstmann is the Chief Evangelist and Co-Founder of Sinch, where he has worked since 2019. He has over 15 years of experience in mobile enterprise communications and has held various leadership roles at companies such as CLX Communications and mBlox.
Current Role at Sinch
Robert Gerstmann serves as the Chief Evangelist and Co-Founder at Sinch, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he engages with customers and partners globally to drive business growth. He acts as a brand ambassador for Sinch, promoting the company's vision and values. His responsibilities include contributing to the strategic direction of Sinch's product and technology roadmaps.
Previous Experience at Sinch
Gerstmann has held multiple roles at Sinch. He worked as Chief Product Officer for 8 months in 2019 and later served as Managing Director Messaging for 8 months in 2022. His tenure at Sinch has been marked by a focus on enhancing product offerings and improving messaging solutions.
Background in Mobile Communications
Robert Gerstmann has over 15 years of experience in mobile enterprise communications. He has contributed to various strategic initiatives within the industry, including discussions about data protection in the SMS sector and the risks associated with SIM farms in business SMS.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Gerstmann holds a Master of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from both Linköping University and the Technical University of Munich. He studied at Linköping University from 1994 to 2000 and at the Technical University of Munich from 1997 to 1998. He also studied French at Université catholique de Lyon in 1997.
Involvement with Mobile Ecosystem Forum
Robert Gerstmann has been actively involved with the Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF). He served as a Board Member EMEA from 2015 to 2017, Vice Chairman from 2019 to 2024, and has been the Chairman since 2024. His involvement reflects his commitment to advancing mobile communication standards and practices.