Tim Ilbertz

Where do I come from?

Growing up in the beautiful city of Cologne, I ventured to Southeast Asia after high school and founding a Fairtrade student company, where I explored the coast of Vietnam on a motorcycle and got my diving license. My next stop was WHU, where I completed my bachelor's degree, spending three years with stops in Indiana and Barcelona. At WHU, I happily served as Head of Fleet & Finance and was a member of the IdeaLab! startup conference. In my final semester, I had the opportunity to learn from Arne Klein as my lecturer, which led me to Berlin and K'UP. After one year in the consulting world, I wanted to continue educating myself in the field of strategy and business while also exploring a new area. This led me to pursue a two-year CEMS and Business Analytics Double Degree at NOVA in Lisbon. During my studies, I remained an active freelance consultant for the K'UP team and am now back in Berlin full-time. In addition to my role at K'UP, I also run a web design and development agency with two partners.

What drives me?

I prefer to work at the intersection of large datasets and innovative methods to develop and leverage strategic opportunities and practical applications for companies. My goal is to constantly challenge myself and those around me in our opinions and perspectives, achieving the best possible results through intensive exchange. Working remotely with a balance of fitness and beach time, while enjoying the sunshine by the sea, makes work even more enjoyable.

What is my strategy?

Recognizing the positive in every situation and discovering clever solutions.