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Determined tech enthusiast with a love for efficiency, eager to solve complicated business problems in a complex environment. Interested in Start-Ups and people with a vision. Passionate about discussing bold ideas, their impact, and strategies for implementing them.

I have a PhD in Artificial Intelligence (AI), in which I thought the computer to return better answers to complex questions using my strong background in Computational Logic, Computer Vision and Machine Learning. I have entrepreneurial experience with an own Start-up and look forward to founding my next one. In my free time I'm a black belt and martial arts teacher.

In this blog I share my insights and thoughts towards tech, entrepreneurship and leadership. 

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If you think we should talk, feel free to contact me. You can reach me best via LinkedIn or email walter@forkel.eu.

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