Kanan Al-Zubaidi

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CEO / Geschäftsführer at competitionline Verlags GmbH

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Overview

Kanan Al-Zubaidi is the CEO of competitionline Verlags GmbH, bringing a strong focus on execution and operational excellence. He has an extensive background in the automotive industry, having led international AI and software teams at FORVIA HELLA. He holds a Diplom from Universität Siegen and completed an Executive Management Program at ESSEC Business School.

He is passionate about fostering collaboration and believes that a deep appreciation and respect for individuals are essential to success. Kanan excels in guiding teams through complex challenges to drive impactful results, emphasizing the importance of people in building companies and leveraging their collective strengths.

Unique fact: He made a significant career pivot from Global Head of AI Solutions in the automotive sector to CEO of a leading platform for architecture and construction.

Personality Overview

Curious

Assertive

Example Seeker

They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting information.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.

Topics They Care About

AI & Generative AI
Was the Global Head of AI Solutions at FORVIA HELLA and recently spoke on "AI / Generative AI" at the VDA Mittelstandstag, demonstrating continued expertise and interest.
Automotive Technology
Has a long career history in the automotive industry, including developing battery management systems and leading ADAS teams, and still follows industry developments.
Digital Transformation
Showed interest in the digitalization of traditional industries by commenting on the 'Digitale Schiene' (Digital Rail) initiative by Deutsche Bahn and its new technological possibilities.

Media Appearances

Kanan has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
CEO / Geschäftsführer at competitionline Verlags GmbH
3-2024 - 8-2025
Global Head of AI Solutions FORVIA HELLA at FORVIA HELLA
2-2022 - 3-2024
Head of Software Solutions at FORVIA HELLA
9-2020 - 9-2022
Development Lead Battery Management Systems for a german premium OEM at FORVIA HELLA
11-2017 - 12-2023
Managing Director at Wätzold & Al-Zubaidi Management Consulting GmbH

Education

Diplom from Universität Siegen
Executive Management Program from ESSEC - ESSEC Business School

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Exp : 18 Location : Berlin, Berlin, Germany Job Level : Leadership Designation : CEO / Geschäftsführer at competitionline Verlags GmbH
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Insights For Selling To Kanan

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later
  • Share testimonials from known people and give multiple examples of product value
  • Invite them for a social do but don’t rely solely on the relationship

DONT's

  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kanan is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important to them, relationships will have some weightage.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kanan

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kanan move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Kanan take some risk or not?

  • They evaluate their decisions systematically and are less likely to take risks.

You And Kanan

Personality Compatibility


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