Daniel Straimer

Background

About Daniel Straimer

Driving Innovation & Growth in Dynamic Organizations I am an execution-focused innovation leader with a track record of scaling organizations, driving digital transformation, and building high-performing teams. With deep expertise in venture building, organizational development, and strategic leadership, I thrive in dynamic environments where growth, agility, and innovation intersect. As COO of TUM Venture Labs, I played a key role in growing one of Europe’s most dynamic startup ecosystems - scaling operations, expanding startup pipelines, and building a thriving deep tech startup hub. I have a strong ability to align vision with execution, lead cross-functional teams, and establish strategic partnerships across academia, industry, and startups. What I bring to the table: Leadership of diverse teams – Proven ability to lead teams in high-growth and complex environments. Venture scaling & business innovation – Experience in startup ecosystem building, digital business models, and disruptive innovation. Strategic execution & sparring partner – Deep expertise in organizational growth, OKRs, and operational excellence. Looking for my next challenge: I am currently exploring C-level opportunities in Munich’s scale-up ecosystem, leadership roles, or consulting engagements in organizational development & innovation. If you're working on something exciting, let's connect.