Kai Kalchthaler has an impressive career spanning more than two decades of experience in data, technology, and analytics. Until the end of 2023, he served as the CEO of Experian DACH, where he led the merged business of Experian and Riverty (formerly Arvato Financial Solutions). Starting in January 2024, he led the QUiNFOS group of companies as CEO, successfully driving strategic development and growth. His move to b.telligent aligns seamlessly with his previous management roles, bringing valuable expertise in data-driven business models, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and leadership. He will primarily focus on further developing the corporate strategy, implementing M&A and post-merger activities, promoting talent, and expanding junior staff programs.
The b.telligent environment is not unfamiliar to him. "I am very happy to now be part of b.telligent," Kalchthaler says. “I have been following the company for almost 20 years because the paths of Sebastian, Klaus, and me crossed back in 2005 when I had the opportunity to experience b.telligent's excellent work during my time at Telefónica. Since then, I have kept in touch with them and witnessed what makes b.telligent special: passionate people, a high degree of professionalism, and a unique way of working together. I want to strengthen this culture and, together with Sebastian and Klaus, shape the next phase of b.telligent's growth with a focus on sustainable development, innovation, and promoting visionary minds."
Founder and Managing Director Sebastian Amtage emphasizes: "With Kai, we are gaining an experienced strategist who can develop companies further and, above all, inspire and motivate people. This is exactly the skill we need to strengthen our position in the market in the coming years. Our long-shared history enables trusting cooperation and creates the basis for further success."
Co-founder and Managing Director Klaus Blaschek adds: "Over the past two decades, we have demonstrated that b.telligent can transform companies throughout the DACH region with passion and expertise. With Kai at our side, new opportunities are opening up to advance our vision of becoming a leading, internationally recognized data and AI consultancy. His focus on strategy and innovation aligns perfectly with our self-image."
By expanding its management team, b.telligent is setting the course for sustainable growth and reinforcing its position as a leading partner for data and AI in an increasingly data-driven world.
