Rüdiger Süß

Rüdiger Süß has extensive experience in the fields of corporate investment, innovation systems, and strategic analysis. Currently serving as Co-Head of the DLR Startup Factory at Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V., Rüdiger Süß is responsible for corporate investments in DLR startups and external projects utilizing DLR technology, as well as fostering relationships with policymakers. Rüdiger Süß has held various strategic roles, including Senior Strategy Analyst focused on trends and emerging technologies, and has been instrumental in establishing new research institutes. Additional roles include guest lecturer at Columbia University, shareholder in multiple startups such as DueDash and capacura, and mentoring positions with organizations like the Founder Institute and Copernicus Accelerator. Rüdiger Süß holds degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Stuttgart and in Strategic Management from HEC Paris.