Dr. Lars Kling

Dr. Lars Kling is an accomplished strategist with extensive experience in strategic management and consulting, primarily with BASF since 2013, where roles include Director of Strategy Europe and Director of Industry Foresight, focusing on future markets and innovation strategy. Prior to these positions, Dr. Kling served as Head of Global Strategy at BASF Dispersions & Pigments and as a Project Leader in BASF Management Consulting, specializing in strategy development and post-merger integration. Dr. Kling began their career as a Management Consultant at The Boston Consulting Group, emphasizing strategy and implementation. Academic qualifications include a Doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Mannheim and a Master's degree in International Marketing, Strategy, and Organization, alongside a European Master of Business Sciences from the University of Birmingham.