Thomas Neubert: Serial Entrepreneur & AI Innovation Catalyst
Building companies from inception to IPO | Connecting Europe and Silicon Valley through AI
34+ years experience | 6-7 current startup engagements | Former Intel Senior Director
About Thomas
Thomas Neubert is a serial entrepreneur and corporate executive with a proven track record spanning from inception to IPO. As a seasoned expert in market evangelization for innovative technologies with a focus on artificial intelligence, he brings 34 years of expertise in launching startups, international subsidiaries, and innovation hubs across global markets.
Since stepping back from Intel in 2023, Thomas has positioned himself as a customer-obsessed fractional CxO/VP, Board advisor, and mentor to visionary founders. As a private investor, he plays an active role serving as a trusted advisor and certified Business Coach with the European Innovation Council (EIC), empowering founders to scale and win globally.
Currently, Thomas is engaged with 6-7 startups as either an Angel Investor or Advisor, with three companies receiving his daily operational involvement in strategy development, fundraising, and go-to-market execution.
Current Focus
Building companies from inception to IPO | Connecting Europe and Silicon Valley through AI
Startup Mentoring & Advisory
Thomas applies the venture capital playbook to help startups navigate critical growth phases. Currently active with multiple startups in AI/healthcare, compute-in-memory technology, and datacenter acceleration. His hands-on approach includes:
- Fundraising strategy and VC engagement
- Product positioning and market entry
- Business development and partnership creation
- Cross-functional team leadership
Fractional Executive Services
Available for 60-70% commitment as Fractional VP or CxO, Thomas brings three decades of proven leadership in building and scaling technology companies across international markets:
- Revenue generation and business development
- International market expansion
- OEM/channel development strategies
- Developer ecosystem creation
Transatlantic AI eXchange (TAIX)
As Founder and Chief Connector of TAIX since 2021, Thomas has established an emerging network linking transatlantic industry experts from research, academia, corporations, startups, investors, and governmental domains. Notable achievements include:
- "Remarkable Women in AI" conference series driving diversity and inclusion
- 26+ events and podcast episodes featuring high-profile AI leaders
- Strategic partnerships across European innovation hubs
Career Highlights
Building companies from inception to IPO | Connecting Europe and Silicon Valley through AI
Intel Corporation (2017-2023)
Senior Director & GM, Datacenter and AI Cloud Group
- Built new business lines applying venture capital methodology to launch independent operating units
- Led due diligence for strategic partnerships, including Israel-based “compute-in-memory” AI acceleration startup
- Global Director AI/DL Developer Ecosystem: Created blueprint for OpenVINO product marketing, engaging 53 global ISVs
- Executive Director Global Sales Perceptual Computing: Achieved 250% revenue increase with 49 design wins in 2018
Deutsche Telekom AG (2012-2016)
VP/GM Group Partnering & Venturing, Silicon Valley
- Established new Silicon Valley team managing strategic partnerships with technology companies and venture capital community
- Generated multiple revenue-generating partnerships with Twitter, Evernote, Box, Lookout, WhatsApp, Dropbox, Facebook, Google, and Intel TrueKey
- Achieved corporate-wide organizational alignment and cultural transformation
Entrepreneurial Journey (1999-2012)
Founder/Managing Director - Global Business Communications, Inc.
- Raised $6M A-round for startup customer Twirlix
- Raised $5M A-round for Blue Jeans Network (later acquired by Verizon)
- Provided international marketing, sales, and interim executive management to technology startups
ELSA Inc. (1994-1999)
VP/General Manager
- Established US subsidiary of German graphics leader ELSA AG
- Grew company from 140 to 550 employees worldwide, leading to IPO in March 1998
- Exceeded revenue growth expectations to >$24M by third year
- Closed major OEM accounts with Dell and Compaq
Personal Philosophy
“I have always valued mentorship and appreciated the time and wisdom of my mentors. Years ago, I committed to giving back, driven by my passion for helping individuals achieve their potential.”
Thomas is open to both short-term and long-term mentoring, as well as board-level engagements. His approach combines strategic thinking with operational excellence, always maintaining a customer-obsessed focus on generating significant results and visibility.
