Philipp Petrescu is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technology and startup ecosystems. Currently, Philipp serves as the Global Head of Innovation & Design at Ness Digital Engineering, while also co-founding and leading MVP Factory as CEO since January 2017, focusing on enabling companies to build and scale technology products through a collaborative approach with engineers, designers, and AI. In addition, Philipp holds the title of Venture Partner at Schenker Ventures and has made numerous investments as a Business Angel & Advisor with 2P Cap. Previous entrepreneurial ventures include co-founding MVP Match and Lendico, which was successfully exited to ING Group. Philipp has garnered corporate finance expertise at Rocket Internet and J.P. Morgan and has also interned at McKinsey & Company and Henkel, enhancing a strong background in finance and strategic planning. Philipp holds a Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management and completed an exchange term at Drexel University.