Karim Habibi

Karim Habibi is an accomplished professional in innovation management with extensive experience in leading strategic initiatives. Currently serving as the Innovation Lead for Research and Innovation at REWE digital since March 2021, Karim focuses on developing a Digital Twin ecosystem for retail operations, integrating advanced technologies such as Applied AI, Computer Vision, and Machine Learning. Previously, Karim held multiple leadership roles at HYPE Innovation from July 2013 to February 2021, including Director of New Products, where responsibilities included defining new core products for the company's innovation management platforms and delivering solutions to over 150 major corporations globally. Additional roles included Director of Rapid Prototyping, focusing on agile product validation, and Director of Solution Consulting, managing international delivery teams. Karim's career also includes experience in strategic planning for marketing communications and account management in various organizations. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Communications from Westdeutsche Akademie für Kommunikation.