Michael Nilles

Michael Nilles is a seasoned technology executive, currently serving as a Senior Advisor for Permira and a member of the boards of several companies, including VFS Global and Adevinta. With a robust background that includes roles such as CIO and CDO at major firms like Schindler Group and Henkel, Michael has spent years building and scaling digital businesses. Educated with a Master's degree in Computer Science and Business Administration from the University of Cologne, they are also pursuing an Executive Scholar designation from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. Their extensive experience includes advisory roles at prominent organizations like Lufthansa Technik and IOTA Foundation.