Stefan Krause
CEO
Factory Network
Germany
Factory Network
Germany
Stefan Krause is an experienced global executive and entrepreneur with a distinguished career spanning the automotive, finance, and technology industries. He served as CFO of BMW and CFO of Deutsche Bank before founding and leading several innovative companies, including Canoo (CEO & Founder), B-ON (CEO), and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars (CEO).
In addition to his executive roles, Stefan has served on the boards of Rocket Internet, Allianz, and Velo3D, contributing his expertise in corporate strategy, governance, and capital markets. As CEO and Managing Partner of Factory Network, he now supports companies in scaling operations, securing funding, and entering new markets, combining his strong financial background with a passion for mobility innovation and sustainable growth.
In addition to his executive roles, Stefan has served on the boards of Rocket Internet, Allianz, and Velo3D, contributing his expertise in corporate strategy, governance, and capital markets. As CEO and Managing Partner of Factory Network, he now supports companies in scaling operations, securing funding, and entering new markets, combining his strong financial background with a passion for mobility innovation and sustainable growth.
Sessions
8 Sep 2025 – 12:00
Dream Stage (Hall 25)
30 min
The Future Belongs to Talent
In this keynote, Factory Network CEO Stefan Krause explores why talent is Europe’s hidden advantage. A call to unleash potential, shape ideas, and scale impact — turning talent into legends.
Speakers S. Krause (Factory Network)
Language: English
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