Simon Berlin

Simon Berlin currently serves as Senior Project Manager - Strategy and Venture Client at Bosch Energy and Building Solutions, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's digital transformation and strategic growth initiatives. In this capacity, Simon leads cross-functional projects focused on developing innovative digital business models and service offerings that align with the evolving needs of the energy and building automation sectors. His expertise lies in identifying emerging technologies and fostering startup collaborations to enable outside-in innovation, which is critical for maintaining Bosch’s competitive edge in a rapidly changing industry.

Simon’s key projects often involve building automation, energy efficiency management, and security solutions, where he leverages his skills in corporate strategy, business development, and innovation management. He is deeply involved in designing and executing portfolio strategies that facilitate the transition towards a service-oriented organization, emphasizing the importance of ecosystems thinking to understand and influence complex industry dynamics. His approach integrates design thinking and workshop facilitation to accelerate ideation and implementation processes, ensuring that Bosch’s core business domains are future-proofed through digitalization and automation.

With a strong background in intrapreneurship and sales management, Simon excels at translating technological insights into scalable business opportunities. His work not only drives the development of new digital services but also fosters a culture of continuous innovation within Bosch Energy and Building Solutions. By bridging the gap between emerging startups and Bosch’s established operations, Simon ensures the company remains at the forefront of industrial automation, healthcare automation, and energy management, ultimately contributing to smarter, more sustainable building environments.