Katrin Bacic, a seasoned business professional, has an extensive background in international business and marketing. She holds a degree in Dipl. Betriebswirtin (FH) from Technische Hochschule Nürnberg Georg Simon Ohm and has studied at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Bacic's career spans several senior management positions in telecom giant Telefonica, including Director of Innovation, Senior Manager of New Business Development, and Senior Innovation Manager. Furthermore, she has been a Project Lead Cloud and a Product Manager of various services like Partner and Hosting. In her latest role, Bacic serves as the Managing Director of Wayra Germany, Telefonica's startup accelerator, and the Head of Venture Development. Having worn several hats in the organization, she brings a wealth of experience in developing new business models, managing partnerships and venture capital investments, and fostering innovation in the telecom industry. Her diverse background and keen eye for identifying emerging market trends make her a go-to source for entrepreneurial talent and investors alike.