David Neef is an open innovation and business development expert with a passion for innovation strategy. With a Master of Science degree in International Business Development and a Bachelor of Science in Business/Market and Communication Research from prestigious universities, David has experienced working as a Partnership Director and previous Account Manager at STARTUP AUTOBAHN at Plug and Play Tech Center. He has also worked as a Graduate Student Research Assistant at ESB Business School, Reutlingen University and as an Intern in the Customer Research Center at Daimler AG. Notably, David has also been a Master Thesis student and Intern Strategy & Innovation CC Automotive at Horváth & Partners Management Consultants. David's experience as a strategist and partner to many organizations is diverse and extensive.