Thomas Sempf

Thomas Sempf has a strong background in product management and development, particularly in the mobile sector. Thomas started their career as a Network Administrator and Technician at MegaSystems OHG from 1997 to 2000. Thomas then worked as an Intern at Siemens Corporate Research, where they developed a video streaming prototype and a quality evaluation framework for VoIP calls from 2002 to 2003.

Sempf joined Nero AG in 2004 as a Mobile Software Developer, focusing on the development of Nero Mobile, a cross-platform media playback software. Thomas became a Teamleader for Mobile Development in 2005, where they coordinated a team of developers and introduced SCRUM as the development process. Afterward, they worked as a Department Manager in the Music, Photo & Plug-Ins area and was responsible for leading and organizing a cross-functional team from 2007 to 2010. Thomas then became a Senior Product Manager, overseeing the consumer product line, managing several product managers, and actively participating in the SCRUM process.

In 2010, Sempf joined Nindev as a Senior Product Manager, responsible for market analysis, strategic roadmap planning, and product specifications. Thomas also managed Nindev's outsourcing activities. In 2012, they became a Senior Technical Project Manager, handling project planning and coordination of software projects in the mobile field. Additionally, they acted as a solution architect and product manager for Nindev's own products.

Sempf joined Stendahls in 2013 as a Mobile Lead, where they drove innovation and projects in the mobile sector. Thomas guided internal and external customers throughout the mobile development process, from concept to market introduction. Thomas also assisted with prototyping, finding mobile solutions, market research, mobile marketing, and project coordination. Currently, they hold the position of Manager Development - Service Design & Innovation at Stendahls since October 2020.

Overall, Sempf has a comprehensive background in product management, development, and coordination, with a particular focus on the mobile sector. This experience spans multiple companies and positions, demonstrating their expertise in bringing mobile projects from conception to successful implementation.

Thomas Sempf attended Fachhochschule Osnabrück from 2000 to 2004, where they obtained a degree in Media Informatics, specifically a Dipl. Inf. (FH) degree.

In addition to their formal education, Thomas Sempf has obtained several certifications. Thomas completed Leadership Training in February 2012. In October 2010, they successfully became Pragmatic Marketing Certified, which was obtained through www.pragmaticmarketing.com. Thomas also completed Cultural Training for China in May 2010.