Graduated in Chemistry at the University of Freiburg (Breisgau). Went on to complete postdoctoral studies in natural sciences and took up a position as a scientific research assistant in the faculty of organic chemistry and biochemistry in Freiburg.

His passion is to take on ambitious challenges that provide the opportunity to extend personal and professional horizons. These formative and fundamental drivers were key in determining the eventual decision to commence a career as a search consultant.