Cornelius Illi

Cornelius Illi is an experienced Technical Product Manager with a diverse background in consultancy, corporate environments, and startups, including experience with his own startup ventures. He holds a Master of Science in IT-Systems Engineering from the Hasso Plattner Institute. With a strong track record in building and leading teams, he excels in guiding projects from the exploration phase to full production.

His educational background includes studies at prestigious institutions such as the altMBA, Hasso Plattner Institute, Stanford University, and Universidade de Coimbra, covering disciplines like IT-Systems Engineering, Product Innovation & Engineering, Design Thinking, and Computer Science.

Throughout his career, Cornelius has held key roles in various organizations, such as Senior Manager at EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG, Head of Product (CIAM) at DB Vertrieb GmbH, Product Lead at Deutsche Bahn, and more. He has also been involved in entrepreneurial endeavors, acting as CTO & Co-Founder at Artory GmbH, and as an Entrepreneur In Residence at Hasso Plattner Ventures.

Additionally, Cornelius has shared his expertise as a Coach for Design Thinking at the Hasso-Plattner-Institute and Stanford University, demonstrating his commitment to mentoring and developing future talents in the field. His extensive experience as a Freelancer, Advisor, and Managing Partner showcases his ability to adapt to diverse roles and environments within the tech industry.