Axel Winter

Axel Winter is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in digital innovation and transformation in the luxury retail, banking, and fintech sectors.

As the former CEO of Xponential, Axel led the company in revolutionizing luxury retail through digital solutions like cloud and generative AI technologies, driving enhanced customer engagement in the luxury sector.

Throughout his career, Axel has held various leadership roles such as Chief Digital Officer at Siam Piwat, where he spearheaded digital transformation initiatives and launched the region's first NFT marketplace.

His expertise extends to the banking and fintech industries, with experience as the Global Chief Architect at Standard Chartered Bank and GE Capital, providing a unique perspective on banking and fintech.

With a background in consulting at Accenture and Deloitte, Axel has a solid foundation in advising and implementing digital strategies and sustainable growth practices.

Axel Winter holds a diverse educational background, including studying Impact Through Leadership at INSEAD Standard Chartered, Advanced Information Management at GE Crotonville - Global Leadership Institute, Business Administration at Heriot-Watt University, and Urban Economics at IHK.

His professional journey includes roles at notable organizations such as Xponential, Siam Piwat, Alpha Founders Capital, Tokenizer, Fat Projects Acquisition Corp, Central Retail, and Cisco Systems, among others.

As a former Chief Technology Officer, Chief Digital Officer, Global Head Enterprise Architecture, and various advisory positions, Axel Winter brings a wealth of expertise to the fields of digital innovation, luxury retail, banking, fintech, and strategic consulting.