Markus Lorenz

Managing Director & Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) - Global leader Greentech, Machinery, and Automation

Markus Lorenz is a prominent figure in the consulting industry, currently serving as a Managing Director and Senior Partner at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) since June 2019. He is based in the Munich area, Germany, and plays a critical role as a global leader in BCG's Greentech, Machinery, and Automation Group.1 2

Professional Background

Experience at BCG:
- Managing Director & Senior Partner (June 2019 - Present)
- Partner and Managing Director (January 2013 - May 2019)
- Principal (September 2006 - December 2012)
- Project Leader (October 2002 - August 2006)

Markus has extensive experience in performance improvement, sales enhancement, and research & development programs within the industrial goods sector. His work often involves restructuring and reengineering projects, focusing on innovation and product development strategies for clients.2 3

Before joining BCG, he worked at Daimler, where he specialized in production and logistics optimization for commercial vehicles.2

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management (2000 - 2002)
Dr.-Ing. in Engineering from Technische Universität München (2007 - 2009)
Dipl.-Wi.-Ing. in Industrial Engineering from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) (1996 - 2000)

Languages

Markus is proficient in multiple languages:

German: Native or bilingual proficiency
English: Full professional proficiency
French: Limited working proficiency.1

Contributions and Insights

Markus Lorenz is recognized for his insights into the digital transformation of the industrial machinery sector. He emphasizes the importance of innovation in achieving strategic goals and has highlighted opportunities in areas such as hydrogen technology and greentech, which are crucial for addressing climate change challenges.2 3

His leadership within BCG positions him at the forefront of advising companies on navigating complex industry transformations while leveraging new technologies for growth and sustainability.