Leon N. Bode is an accomplished entrepreneur, consultant, and venture capitalist known for his expertise in independent retail and early-stage investing. With a strong educational background in management education and extensive professional experience, Bode has honed his skills in strategy and growth management, business analytics, and project management. He has held various positions in reputable organizations such as Magaloop, Elevator Ventures, European Space Agency, Picus Capital, Project A Ventures, and Roland Berger. Bode has a degree in Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, and he studied Master of Science (M.Sc.) at The University of Sydney Business School, CEMS - The Global Alliance in Management Education, and Università Bocconi. Bode is an avid learner with a keen interest in entrepreneurship, venture capital, consulting, interesting people, and new ideas. His significant contributions as a former Chief Executive Officer of Venture Club Münster e.V. shows his dedication to community-building and supporting the growth of local businesses.