Ulrich Voigt
About Ulrich Voigt
Ulrich Voigt serves as the Global Head of Product Management at Vizrt Group, where he leads product strategies and cloud transformation initiatives. With a background in media and broadcast projects, he has held various roles at IBM and Qvest Media, contributing significantly to the integration of brands and the development of sports analysis tools.
Current Role at Vizrt
Ulrich Voigt serves as the Global Head of Product Management at Vizrt Group, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads product management strategies for a company that employs over 700 individuals from 52 different nationalities. His responsibilities include overseeing product development and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at IBM
Voigt worked at IBM Deutschland as a Consultant for Media and Broadcast Projects from 1997 to 2002. He later served as a Senior Lead IT Architect at IBM Global Business Services - Media and Entertainment from 2009 to 2016. His tenure at IBM involved significant contributions to media and entertainment technology solutions.
Educational Background
Ulrich Voigt studied Nachrichtentechnik at Technische Universität Darmstadt, where he earned a Diplom-Ingenieur (Dipl.-Ing.) degree from 1991 to 1997. He also completed his secondary education at Liebigschule Frankfurt am Main, achieving Abitur from 1982 to 1991.
Contributions to Sports Analysis and Viewer Engagement
Voigt has played a key role in developing Viz Libero, a sports analysis product, and has been involved in research focusing on the changing viewer habits of Gen Z and millennial sports fans. He emphasizes the importance of real-time data and on-screen graphics to engage younger audiences effectively.
Cloud Transformation Initiatives
Since joining Vizrt Group, Voigt has led cloud transformation initiatives on a global scale. His experience in this area is crucial for adapting the company's offerings to meet modern technological demands and enhance service delivery.