Marc Dassler

Serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in launching companies

Marc Dassler is the CEO and Co-Founder of Energy Robotics, a company focused on developing intelligent autonomy software for collaborative mobile robots. He has over 20 years of experience in various sectors, particularly in robotics, digital platforms, and IT solutions.

Career Background

Before founding Energy Robotics in December 2020, Dassler was involved in several entrepreneurial ventures. He served as the Founder and Advisor at WE DIGITALIZE OIL & GAS, where he worked on software for mobile ground robots aimed at enhancing the performance of capital-intensive infrastructures. Prior to that, he co-founded Prodcast.tv and held significant roles such as Head of Digital Platforms at Hilti Group and Senior Consultant at multiple firms including Oryz Systems and BearingPoint.1 2 4

Education

Marc Dassler completed his education at Technische Universität Darmstadt from 1996 to 2005, earning a degree in Diplom Informatiker with a focus on Robotics & Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, and Cryptography. He later obtained an MBA from the Rotterdam School of Management in 2011, concentrating on Strategy and Entrepreneurship.1 3 5

Achievements

Under his leadership, Energy Robotics has gained recognition for its innovative solutions in industrial inspections using autonomous robots. The company has successfully implemented its technology across various industries globally, including oil and gas, chemical, and utility sectors.4 Additionally, Dassler has been acknowledged for his contributions to robotics, having won multiple awards such as the RoboCup World Champion titles in 2004 and 2005.3 4

Marc Dassler continues to advocate for the integration of robotics into industries facing workforce challenges due to demographic shifts, emphasizing the role of automation in enhancing operational efficiency and safety.2

Highlights

Mar 8 · datainnovation.org

5 Q's for Marc Dassler, CEO and Co-Founder at Energy Robotics

Experience

CEO & Co-Founder at Energy Robotics (December 2020 - Present)

Head of Digital Platforms at Hilti Group (November 2018 - December 2020)

Education

MBA in Strategy and Entrepreneurship from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (2011); Diplom Informatiker in Robotics & Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Cryptography from Technische Universität Darmstadt (1996 - 2005)