Joachim Schmaltz

Joachim Schmaltz is an accomplished media industry professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as an Advisor for Moments Lab and Plainly, Joachim focuses on go-to-market strategies for innovative video solutions within the EMEA and APAC regions. Additional advisory responsibilities include helping Reality Defender detect deepfake media for broadcasters and publishers. Previously, Joachim was the Interim Chief Customer Officer at Newsflare, where efforts were made to enhance the business's rights-cleared user-generated video collection. With a significant period at Wochit, Joachim integrated commercial teams and optimized content partnerships with major providers. Prior experience spans VP roles at Thomson Reuters, Managing Director positions at Helpster GmbH and Meteor GmbH, and directorial roles in the media sector. Joachim holds a Diplom in Wirtschaftsingenieur from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology.