Thomas Klingl

• in Charge for "Corporate Center", which is HR, Finance, Marcom, Legal and IT
• Handling all aspects of duties in each category, in collaboration with HQ abroad.
• HR: Handling all job interviews with team and head hunter, hiring and firing, onboarding, payroll, Health care etc
• Finance: Coordinate with external accounting firm and corporate team, Full P&L responsibility, Final approver for online banking and check signing, Nexus etc
• Marcom: Coordinate all Marcom activities for USA with corporate team abroad. Write, create and approve LinkedIn posts and Advertisement platforms. Organize all Shows we exhibit, like G2E or SID and many smaller local shows. Rent, graphics, shipment handling, establish effective cost trackers. Etc etc. Approx 5-7 shows per year.
• Legal: Coordinate all legal actions with local attorney and attorney abroad if need be. Check and sign all NDA, Quality agreements and MSA, cancellations etc etc. Currently serving as member in Committee For Unsecured Creditors in huge Medical bancruptcy case.
• IT: Coordinate with IT leadership team at HQ abroad, first point of contact for all IT related issues for US employees and IT team abroad. In charge for all IT equipment for office and employees.
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• Formed senior leadership team through rigorous interviews and extensive candidate research.
• Achieved company growth by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across departments.
• Managed risk effectively by implementing robust policies and procedures designed to mitigate potential threats to the business.
• Led cross-functional teams in executing large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints, contributing to overall company success.
• Implemented cost-saving measures through careful financial analysis and budget management, positively impacting overall profitability.
• Assembled team of vice president-level leaders to grow business and develop group.
• Promoted a culture of accountability through regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and rewards for exceptional contributions towards company goals.
• Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, resulting in mutually beneficial business opportunities.
• Set sound employee health policies in place and worked with HR department to maintain healthy work environment for employees.
• Negotiated favorable terms on contracts with suppliers and customers alike, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization over time.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
• Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
• Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
• Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
• Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
• Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
• Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.

Became Officer for Data Modul Inc, as business and team grew.

Still same responsibilities as before, but with enhanced team.

• Achieved company growth by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across departments.
• Assembled team of vice president-level leaders to grow business and develop group. E.g. interviewed, hired, trained and mentored National Sales Manager, who became later MD
• Promoted a culture of accountability through regular performance evaluations ( E.g. Red Green Charts ), constructive feedback, and rewards for exceptional contributions towards company goals.
• Established a clear vision for organizational growth while developing actionable plans to achieve both short-term and long-term objectives. E.g. copy DM AG system and process and place it in USA.

• Evaluated current product offering if suitable in US market.
• Evaluated new market opportunities and navigated regulatory landscapes, ensuring smooth entry into untapped territories.
• Expanded strategies to develop market share, increase penetration and boost engagement.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams abroad to develop innovative promotional materials that resonated with target audiences.
• Launched new products successfully with well-executed marketing campaigns.
• Creating Sales team by direct hire as well as independent rep firms
• Working directly on high profile accounts ( Financial Markets in NYC ), securing long lasting and high profit business.
• Grew Sales from $1.5M to $7M

Managed Sales Territory Baden Wurttemberg, promoted to Regional Sales Manager Germany Southwest. Changed responsibilty to manage Sales territory Europe, with customers in Spain, Italy, Austria, Iceland, Israel and many others. Basically starting the Internationalisation for Data Modul AG.

• Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
• Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
• Received constructive feedback from mentors, leading to improved performance and increased knowledge.