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Kanan Al-Zubaidi

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CEO / Geschäftsführer at competitionline Verlags GmbH
📍 Berlin, Berlin, Germany

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.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
CEO / Geschäftsführer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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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.
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Career

Work history

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