Benjamin Orthlieb

Benjamin Orthlieb is the Vice President and Head of Corporate Development at LinkedIn, a position he has held since June 2018. In this role, he leads the Corporate Development & Strategy team, which focuses on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), investments, and strategic initiatives. His responsibilities include collaborating with LinkedIn’s executive team and business leaders to develop strategies and manage the M&A process from deal sourcing through negotiation and integration post-merger.12

Professional Background

• Current Role: VP & Head Of Corporate Development at LinkedIn
  • Tenure: Since June 2018
  • Location: San Francisco, California
  • Key Responsibilities: Overseeing M&A processes and providing strategic advice to leadership.1
• Previous Experience:
  • Co-founder and General Partner at 2.12 Angels: Involved in venture capital since December 2020.1

Education

• The Wharton School: MBA in Management (2005-2007)
• Télécom SudParis: MS in Telecommunications Engineering (1997-2000)
• CFA Charterholder: Completed between 2000 and 2003.1

Skills and Expertise

Benjamin Orthlieb has over 18 years of experience in strategy, management, consulting, and finance. He emphasizes the importance of strategic alignment in M&A activities, advocating for a bottoms-up deal origination model at LinkedIn.2 His educational background and professional experience contribute to his expertise in corporate development and investment strategies.