Wolfgang Ungerer
Founder & Managing Director at Ardourian- Claim this Profile
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Martin Karaffa
Wolfgang is perhaps the smartest client I've ever worked for. He brings both piercing intelligence and practical wisdom to matters of brand and strategy, and has done so at an elite level across the world stage for some of the planet's most prestigious marketers. The extent of his vision is long, his understanding of the craft-skills of marketing is deep—the phrase "big picture" was surely invented to describe him. A distinctive aspect of Wolfgang's marketing judgement is his appreciation of the role aesthetics play in marketing effectiveness, and his background in architecture lets him unite digital and physical space. On a personal level, a single conversation with Wolfgang will amaze you; his knowledge of culture, art, business, economics, and politics knows few bounds. He plays at the elite level of global business, and does so with enormous warmth and authority. I commend him to you heartily.
Marios Vrachimis
Wolfgang demonstrated high caliber architectural and technical expertise prior and during the Porsche Center Cyprus construction period through his capacity as Head of Corporate Design at Porsche AG.
Martin Karaffa
Wolfgang is perhaps the smartest client I've ever worked for. He brings both piercing intelligence and practical wisdom to matters of brand and strategy, and has done so at an elite level across the world stage for some of the planet's most prestigious marketers. The extent of his vision is long, his understanding of the craft-skills of marketing is deep—the phrase "big picture" was surely invented to describe him. A distinctive aspect of Wolfgang's marketing judgement is his appreciation of the role aesthetics play in marketing effectiveness, and his background in architecture lets him unite digital and physical space. On a personal level, a single conversation with Wolfgang will amaze you; his knowledge of culture, art, business, economics, and politics knows few bounds. He plays at the elite level of global business, and does so with enormous warmth and authority. I commend him to you heartily.
Marios Vrachimis
Wolfgang demonstrated high caliber architectural and technical expertise prior and during the Porsche Center Cyprus construction period through his capacity as Head of Corporate Design at Porsche AG.
Martin Karaffa
Wolfgang is perhaps the smartest client I've ever worked for. He brings both piercing intelligence and practical wisdom to matters of brand and strategy, and has done so at an elite level across the world stage for some of the planet's most prestigious marketers. The extent of his vision is long, his understanding of the craft-skills of marketing is deep—the phrase "big picture" was surely invented to describe him. A distinctive aspect of Wolfgang's marketing judgement is his appreciation of the role aesthetics play in marketing effectiveness, and his background in architecture lets him unite digital and physical space. On a personal level, a single conversation with Wolfgang will amaze you; his knowledge of culture, art, business, economics, and politics knows few bounds. He plays at the elite level of global business, and does so with enormous warmth and authority. I commend him to you heartily.
Marios Vrachimis
Wolfgang demonstrated high caliber architectural and technical expertise prior and during the Porsche Center Cyprus construction period through his capacity as Head of Corporate Design at Porsche AG.
Martin Karaffa
Wolfgang is perhaps the smartest client I've ever worked for. He brings both piercing intelligence and practical wisdom to matters of brand and strategy, and has done so at an elite level across the world stage for some of the planet's most prestigious marketers. The extent of his vision is long, his understanding of the craft-skills of marketing is deep—the phrase "big picture" was surely invented to describe him. A distinctive aspect of Wolfgang's marketing judgement is his appreciation of the role aesthetics play in marketing effectiveness, and his background in architecture lets him unite digital and physical space. On a personal level, a single conversation with Wolfgang will amaze you; his knowledge of culture, art, business, economics, and politics knows few bounds. He plays at the elite level of global business, and does so with enormous warmth and authority. I commend him to you heartily.
Marios Vrachimis
Wolfgang demonstrated high caliber architectural and technical expertise prior and during the Porsche Center Cyprus construction period through his capacity as Head of Corporate Design at Porsche AG.
Experience
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Ardourian
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Germany
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & Managing Director
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Jul 2016 - Present
Ardourian is a reference only boutique advisory firm in the field of brand & marketing strategies, business development and implementation concepts. The company works closely with family offices, investors, business owners and founders to assist them in shaping the future of their companies in highly transformative times. Ardourian develops integral strategies with clients, geared to challenge and inspire their teams, their employees and their partners. Ardourian helps clients in seeding the strategies into their teams and – moreover – help the teams in implementing these, even under challenging conditions. Ardourian's approach is highly personal, committed and discreet. We advise decision makers actively but mostly remain in the background. Show less
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Elof Hansson Group
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Sweden
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Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Senior Management - Elof Hansson Clean Tech GmbH
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Oct 2022 - Present
Industries are severely challenged to reach voluntary and regulatory emissions targets – and many corporate players have already committed to net-zero ahead of EU’s 2050 targets. Aside from avoidance and reduction measures, a CO2 footprint reduction will require a comprehensive set of responses, including CO2 offsets. Our aim at Elof Hansson Clean Tech GmbH is a.o. to capture CO2, certify the capture / sinking and offer accountable offsets of the highest standards to corporations – to assist in reliably reducing their Scope 1-3 emission needs. For this we are establishing a global CO2 offset enterprise aimed at working with premium customers on the foundation of impeccable environmental and governance standards. The Management Team draws on 120 years of Elof Hansson experience and brings a highly relevant mix of skills and experiences to the enterprise. Show less
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immerzion Developments Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Software Development
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Co-Founder & Director
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Jun 2021 - Present
immerzion.one is an information platform designed to connect, engage and inform customers along their on & offline purchasing journeys. immerzion.one uses an ecosystem of experiential digital applications, enabling customers to discover, explore, personalise, and confidently purchase their product, service or experience of choice – either online or at retail. We are no longer in Stealth mode. We created our first immerzion.one product: Our first project was for the World of Wood (WOW) Festival with the UK Timber Trade Federation and the European CEI-Bois association for COP26. The purpose? To connect, engage and inform government policy makers and the public on the benefits of using wood and timber to help avert climate change. The aim was to raise their awareness and to build a realisation that Wood = Hope! Launched in October 2021, the WOW app tells the story of wood and how it can be utilised to help avert climate change; from storing millions of tonnes of CO2 and how it can be used to decarbonise construction, to its structural strength and versatility and how global forest governance will help sustain and increase the size of our forests and therefore help our atmosphere. All the stories and experiences are realised through Augmented Reality, bringing impactful and memorable experiences through on and offline interactions. Available on iOS & Android, you will be informed, surprised and highly engaged. Android version https://rb.gy/qniixh iOS version https://rb.gy/4ggdhn Show less
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Maybach Foundation
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Special Advisor
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Jul 2016 - Jan 2017
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Mercedes-AMG GmbH
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Germany
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Automotive
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700 & Above Employee
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Director Global Marketing
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Mar 2015 - Jun 2016
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Mercedes-Benz AG
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Germany
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Director Brand- & Marketing Strategy - Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars
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Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
Director Mercedes-Benz Brand Director Mercedes-Benz Brand
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JLR
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United Kingdom
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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General Manager Jaguar Brand Europe
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Jan 2011 - Feb 2014
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General Manager European Operations
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Apr 2009 - Dec 2010
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Audi Japan
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Japan
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager, Organizational Development
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Nov 2006 - Sep 2008
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Porsche AG
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Germany
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Regional Manager, Great Britain - Russia - Middle East and Africa
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Apr 2003 - Oct 2006
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Head of Corporate Design
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Apr 2000 - Mar 2003
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Mercedes-Benz AG
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Germany
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Management Associate, Associate Management Consultant Team
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1998 - 2000
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Bundeswehr (German Federal Armed Forces)
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Germany
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Reserve Officer, Armoured Reconnaissance
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Oct 1987 - Sep 1989
ISAF Operation in Afghanistan (July - Oct 2006). Continuing active service as Officer of the Reserve. Rank: Lieutenant Colonel. ISAF Operation in Afghanistan (July - Oct 2006). Continuing active service as Officer of the Reserve. Rank: Lieutenant Colonel.
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Education
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1996 - 1998
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
S.M.CEE, Construction Engineering & Management -
1995 - 1998
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
M.Arch.(Architecture)/Certificate of Urban Design, Architecture -
1993 - 1994
University of Cambridge
M.Phil. (Trinity College), International Relations and Affairs -
1990 - 1993
University of Cambridge
B.A./M.A. (Trinity College), Architecture -
1985 - 1987
European School of Brussels I
European Baccalaureate, Tri-Lingual -
1979 - 1985
Aloisiuskolleg
Junior High School -
1976 - 1979
Rudolf Steiner School, New York City
Elementary School
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