Our Company
Das Team hinter digital rapids
Experienced. Accountable. Execution-Focused.
Grounded in Real-World Experience
For more than 20 years, we have been helping organizations navigate the challenges of digital transformation. Having held executive and senior leadership roles across corporations, mid-sized businesses, startups, and agencies, we understand the realities of strategic decision-making, project leadership, and organizational change.We have led organizations through complex transformation challenges and delivered results where others saw no way forward.
Our Digital Rapids team brings together executive-level leadership experience and specialized expertise, particularly in complex and challenging situations. Our communication is always professional, respectful, and collaborative.
bridge. establish. transform.
How we create lasting impact
Our approach is based on three core principles. The expertise required is determined by each client's individual situation and goals.
bridge.
Closing critical gaps
We bridge temporary capability gaps with experienced and highly qualified leaders. Through outstanding communication, we bring stability, confidence, and professionalism to critical situations.
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Generating long-term success
We create sustainable structures in the digital context. We establish new necessary positions and structures in companies and bring key digital projects over the threshold.
transform.
Sustainable empowerment
We transfer knowledge and expertise to our clients. By working together, we create lasting business transformation and strengthen your organization on its path to digital self-sufficiency.
Complementary expertise
The digital rapids team
Our core team brings together extensive leadership experience and complementary areas of expertise. Together, we cover the critical dimensions of digital transformation, from strategy, technology, and product development to marketing, operations, organizational design, and change management.
What unites us is a shared commitment: we think strategically, act pragmatically, and turn change into action. We work in partnership with management and teams, building relationships based on trust, commitment, and mutual respect.
Based on the specific requirements of each engagement, we assemble the right mix of people and expertise. The result is a team that fits both the challenge and your organization.
Dr. Felix Menden
CEO
Focus Areas
CEO, CIO, CTO, CPO, CDO, GM, Digital Products, Transformation, M&A, Due Diligence, Post-Merger Integration
Customers
German SMEs, European Retailers/eCommerce, Energy Providers, Internet Companies, State-Owned Enterprises, Publicly Listed Companies, European Publishers, Banks
Anne Schönbrun
COO
Focus Areas
CMO, CPO, General Management, Project & Product Management, Post-Merger Integration, Transformation, Agile Strategy Development
Customers
Including energy providers, measurement technology, B2B marketplaces, state lotteries, publishing industry
Daniel Brückmann
Principal
Focus Areas
CPO, Product Management, Product Organization Development, Digitalization Projects, Transformation Management
Customers
Including energy providers, mobility, banking, technology, eCommerce
Nina Lasse
Interim CMO
Focus Areas
Digital Marketing Generalist, B2B Marketing, Brand, Team and Organizational Development, Marketing & Recruiting, Customer Centricity
Customers
Internet, Social Media, Recruiting, (B2B) Marktplatz, Software, Medizinbranche
Nelo Filipe
Interim COO, CMO
Focus Areas
CDO, CMO, COO, Marketing strategy, Omnichannel Marketing, Customer Processes, CRM, Operations, ROI Optimization
Customers
TelCo, Internet, Trade, Commodities, SME B2B and B2C
Jasper Rädisch
Senior Consultant, Software Architect
Focus Areas
Architecture Assessments/Reviews, Technical Innovation, Blockchain, Data & Machine Learning, Weiterentwicklung In-house Tools
Customers
Trade, Public Sector, eSports
Katharina Mohr
Senior Digital Project Manager
Focus Areas
Project- & Program Management, Product Ownership, AI Adoption, Agile Delivery, Process Optimization
Customers
Handel, Textil und Bekleidung, B2B-Plattformen, Digital Services, Pharma
Claus Sprave
Interim CTO, Senior VP Technology
Focus Areas
CTO, Reviews & Due Diligence Tech Landscape, Large Technical Projects, Tech Advisory, IT Organization
Customers
Energiewirtschaft, öffentlicher Sektor
Yvonne Rattay
Interim COO, CSO
Focus Areas
COO, CSO, General Management, Project Management, Customer Centricity, CRM, Transformation Management, Due Diligence
Customers
Retail, B2B Marktplätze, Verlagswesen, Fashion, B2B
Eoghan Jennings
Interim CFO
Focus Areas
CFO, CSO, Sales Processes, B2B Sales, General Management, Venture-backed, Private Equity-backed, M&A Due Diligence, Supervisory Board
Customers
Industrie 4.0, Sensortechnik, IIoT, Gebäudeautomatisierung, Prozessfertigung, erneuerbare Energie, Energieversorger, Energiekooperativen, Waste-to-X-Technologien, Nachhaltige Landwirtschaft
Maike Machon
Interim HR Director, CHRO
Focus Areas
HR, Digitization, Post-Merger Integration, Organizational Development
Customers
Private Equity , Technology, Automotive
E-Commerce, Industrie
Felix Lasse
Senior Legal Expert
Focus Areas
Internet, IT, and Data Protection Law, Product and Tech Project Support, Due Diligences, Legal Advisory
Customers
Diverse Internet Plattformen, Social Media
Simon Nocke
Senior Data Architect & Engineer
Focus Areas
Data Architecture, Data Platforms, Data & ML Engineering, DevOps, Kubernetes, Cloud Architecture
Customers
E-Commerce, Banking, Semiconductor
Dr. Johannes Mainusch
Interim CIO
Focus Areas
Management Consulting, Agile and Digital Transformation, Organizational Development, Agile Leadership, Recruitment
Customers
Online Pure Players, Retail, Logistics, Finance, Services
“digital rapids” symbolizes navigating the fast-moving currents of digital transformation. We help organizations find their way through times of change, when markets, technologies, and business models are evolving rapidly.
Drawing on experience, clear direction, and strong execution capabilities, we keep the course, make confident decisions in complex situations, and stay on board until lasting solutions are in place.
Our Partners
A Network You Can Rely On
In close partnership with our clients, we bring together a tailored network of trusted service providers and experts. Our partner network is built on long-standing relationships and proven project experience. Quality, reliability, and a shared commitment to success are at the core of every collaboration.
Careers at digital rapids
Looking for a New Challenge?
We seek outstanding individuals and strong team players with relevant leadership experience in various industries to strengthen our current projects. If you bring diverse experiences and a strong digital background, we would love to meet you.