Björn Balfanz is a seasoned professional in the field of IT consulting, currently serving as a Partner at PPI AG since August 2003, with a progression through roles including Senior Manager, Manager, and Senior Consultant. Prior to this, Björn gained foundational experience in the banking sector with Deutsche Bank from August 1994 to July 1996 while completing a vocational training program as a bank clerk. Education was completed at Hamburg University of Technology, where Björn earned a degree in Dipl. Ing.-oec. in Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen from 1996 to 2003.