Ralf Bender

Ralf Bender currently serves as the CEO of SÜDVERS since January 2019 and has been an entrepreneur, investor, and mentor at NETVALUE GmbH since November 2001, focusing on early-stage venture capital investments to support innovative ideas. Previously, Ralf held the position of Group CEO at APCOA Parking Holdings GmbH from November 2010 to April 2016, overseeing Europe’s leading parking management company. Ralf’s extensive experience also includes roles as CFO and Executive Vice President at MAF Properties LLC from May 2006 to June 2010, and as COO and Managing Director at METRO Properties from April 2001 to February 2005. Ralf’s career began at Deutsche Bank, where various analytical and managerial roles were undertaken from August 1987 to December 1996. Ralf Bender holds degrees in investment analysis and banking from prominent institutions, including Technische Hochschule Darmstadt and Frankfurt School of Finance & Management.