Andre Witt

Background

About Andre Witt

Business-oriented Chief Legal Officer with over 12 years of legal and executive leadership experience across global high-tech and manufacturing companies. As a CLO and former CPO, I bring a rare combination of legal precision, commercial instinct, and organizational leadership - guiding public and private companies through M&A, governance reform, capital markets transactions, and cultural transformation. Recently earned a Global Executive MBA with honors to expand my capabilities in finance, leadership, and cross-border management. I’ve led high-stakes M&A transactions (e.g, €620M Nikon-SLM public takeover, €200M Siemens Gamesa-Senvion merger), built legal teams from the ground up, and implemented compliance frameworks that significantly reduced regulatory exposure. Known as a hands-on, solutions-driven and trusted partner to the C-suite and Boards - capable of aligning legal, HR, compliance and business strategy across global markets transforming legal departments into strategic business enablers. Highly skilled practitioner and contract negotiation specialist, experienced in complex, high-value negotiations with blue-chip customers including leading aerospace, defense automotive and energy companies. Recognized for leading with influence, resolving complex disputes with creativity, and inspiring international teams of up to 40 members across Europe, North America, and APAC. Highly experienced in boardroom positioning, corporate governance, and aligning legal operations with global business strategy. M&A Transactions - Conflict Resolution - Leadership & Executive Communication - Teamwork - Contract drafting & High-Value-Negotiation - Corporate Housekeeping - Compliance & Risk Management - Relationship Building - Global Business Strategy - Global HR & Organizational Transformation