Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Joern Richert is an accomplished Entrepreneur in Residence with a diverse background in management consulting, energy governance, and strategic foresight. He brings a wealth of expertise in the mobility and sustainability sectors, having held leadership roles that have driven innovation and fostered positive industry impact.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Entrepreneur in Residence at Antler, Joern is responsible for supporting the growth and development of early-stage startups. In this capacity, he leverages his deep understanding of the mobility and sustainability landscapes to provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and connections that enable entrepreneurs to navigate challenges and accelerate their ventures. Concurrently, Joern serves as a Mentor at Techstars, where he shares his extensive entrepreneurial experience and industry insights to help founders achieve their goals.

Career Progression

Prior to his current roles, Joern held the position of CEO at the Mobility Institute Berlin (mib Mobility GmbH), where he led the organization's consulting and research efforts focused on the energy transition and sustainable mobility solutions. Before that, he gained valuable experience as a Management Consultant at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), advising clients on a range of strategic and operational initiatives.

Joern's career has also included roles in the academic and research spheres, such as serving as the Head of Project "Energy Transition Foreign Policy" at the Stiftung Neue Verantwortung and holding positions at the University of St.Gallen and the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP).

Academic Background

Joern holds a Ph.D. from the University of St.Gallen, where he specialized in energy governance and strategic foresight. His academic achievements and research contributions have positioned him as a thought leader in the field of sustainable energy and mobility.

Areas of Expertise

• Entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem development

• Mobility and sustainability strategy

• Energy transition and clean technology

• Strategic foresight and scenario planning

• Management consulting and client advisory

Professional Impact

Throughout his career, Joern has made significant contributions to the mobility and sustainability sectors. As the CEO of mib Mobility GmbH, he led the organization's efforts to develop innovative solutions for urban transportation challenges, resulting in tangible improvements in sustainable mobility practices. Additionally, his work in energy governance and strategic foresight has informed policy decisions and helped shape the future of the energy transition.

Conclusion

Joern Richert's diverse background, industry expertise, and entrepreneurial drive make him a valuable asset to the organizations and startups he serves. As he continues to impact the mobility and sustainability sectors, Joern remains focused on leveraging his extensive knowledge and experience to foster innovation, drive positive change, and support the next generation of entrepreneurs.