Maik Kurz

Evaluator
DISC Type : dsc

Director AI & Data at Core42

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Overview

Maik is the Director of AI & Data at Core42, bringing over 20 years of experience in data and analytics solutions for the automotive, finance, and manufacturing sectors. Colleagues describe him as an exceptional leader and mentor with strong business acumen. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Hochschule für Technik Stuttgart.

Based in the UAE, Maik has a deep appreciation for the regions culture and transformation, having first visited Abu Dhabi in 2005. He actively engages in local celebrations and follows the areas growth into a global technology hub, often sharing insights on its development and the future of AI.

He has been personally inspired by Abu Dhabis journey from a fishing village to one of the worlds most advanced AI-driven cities.

Personality Overview

Hard To Convince

Quality Focused

Fast But Analytical

They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service

Topics They Care About

AI & Data Strategy
His career is focused on delivering data and analytics solutions that drive business value and innovation for government and semi-government organizations in the Emirates.
Multi-Cloud Platforms
He has extensive, repeated experience leading projects and managing platforms utilizing Azure, AWS, and Snowflake throughout his senior roles at Core42, Capgemini, and Mercedes-Benz.
Team Empowerment
Multiple recommendations highlight his ability to lead with passion and act as a mentor, fostering an open environment that balances client needs with team well-being.

Media Appearances

Maik has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2024
Director AI & Data at Core42
1-2023 - 8-2024
Engagement Director - Data & AI | Delivery and Strategy at Capgemini
7-2020 - 12-2022
Engagement Director Insights & Data at Capgemini
2-2018 - 4-2020
Manager Big Data & Advanced Analytics | Delivery and Strategy at Mercedes-Benz AG
4-2017 - 1-2018
Market and Rollout Manager Digital Services at Mercedes-Benz AG

Education

2007 - 2009
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) from Hochschule für Technik Stuttgart
2005 - 2007
Elektrotechnik from Hochschule Esslingen - University of Applied Sciences

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Exp : 14 Location : Dubai, United Arab Emirates Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director AI & Data at Core42
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Insights For Selling To Maik

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.
  • Keep a professional, business-like approach; especially if you tend to get informal quickly

DONT's

  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you
  • Don’t focus on relationship, focus purely on the merit of your product
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Maik is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Maik

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Maik move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Maik take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Maik

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