THOMAS NEUBERT
Super-connector and mentor, helping entrepreneurs scale with purpose
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
Fractional Executive for Growth
Building companies from inception to IPO | Connecting Europe and Silicon Valley through AI
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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
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
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
Entrepreneurial Highlights
Thomas Neubert is a seasoned business executive and entrepreneur with over three decades of experience in Silicon Valley and Europe, driving startups, global scale-ups, and corporate innovation. His career spans leadership roles in strategy, execution, go-to-market, and business development across AI, cloud, telecom, and deep-tech sectors.
Startup & Scale-Up Leadership
Founded and advised multiple startups, raising early funding rounds, building developer ecosystems, and securing customer traction. As VP of Business Development at Vidyo, he negotiated the Google partnership and generated a third of global revenue.
Global Expansion & Ecosystem Building
As VP/GM at Deutsche Telekom, he launched Silicon Valley operations, securing partnerships with Facebook, Dropbox, Evernote, and WhatsApp across 13 European markets. Earlier, as GM at ELSA Inc., he scaled U.S. operations from inception to IPO, landing OEM contracts with Dell and Compaq.
Corporate Innovation & AI Strategy
At Intel, he applied a venture capital playbook inside the Datacenter and AI Cloud Group to create agile internal startups, securing design wins and ecosystem adoption for AI/edge solutions like RealSense 3D, OpenVINO, and compute-in-memory technologies as part of the AI Datacenter Group.
Transatlantic Connector
Founder of the Transatlantic AI eXchange (TAIX), a growing platform linking AI startups, investors, corporates, and research institutions across Silicon Valley and Europe. Advisor to accelerators, investors, and research institutes in the EU and U.S.
Mentor, Advisor & Investor
Certified Business Coach for the European Innovation Council (EIC), mentor at Innovit the Italien Innovation and Culture Hub, and active angel investor, advising founders on global scaling, fundraising, and customer acquisition.
I help startups and scale-ups accelerate growth as a fractional executive, bringing 30+ years of experience in strategy, go-to-market, developer ecosystems, and customer acquisition. As a mentor, advisor, and investor, I connect founders with capital, customers, and global networks, driving execution without the cost of a full-time hire. Through my Transatlantic AI eXchange (TAIX) and deep Silicon Valley–Europe ties, I deliver market access, credibility, and momentum from day one.
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
- Senior Director & GM in the Datacenter and AI Cloud Group, pioneering a venture capital playbook inside Intel to launch internal startup-style business units.
- Led due diligence and co-development with startups in compute-in-memory AI acceleration.
- Earlier roles included Executive Director of Global Sales for RealSense (3D depth/vision solutions) and Director of AI/Deep Learning Developer Ecosystem (OpenVINO).
- Consistently influenced Intel’s product roadmaps across AI, IoT, and datacenter through ecosystem engagement, global developer programs, and strategic partnerships
Deutsche Telekom AG (2012-2016)
VP/GM Group Partnering & Venturing, Silicon Valley
- Served as VP/GM, Partnering & Venturing in Silicon Valley, leading North American operations and establishing strategic partnerships across 13 European markets.
- Forged partnerships with Facebook, Google, WhatsApp, Dropbox, Evernote, Box, and Twitter, enabling cultural and organizational transformation within the corporation.
- Positioned Deutsche Telekom as a strong innovation partner bridging U.S. tech companies with European markets
Logitech
Founder/Managing Director - Global Business Communications, Inc.
- Directed worldwide global accounts for the “Logitech for Enterprise” group, managing customers such as Dell, HP, Lenovo, and strategic partners including Avaya and major telcos.
- Drove business development for smart TV initiatives, managing relationships with Samsung, LG, Sony, Panasonic, and Sharp, helping Logitech enter new growth markets
ELSA Inc. (1994-1999)
VP/General Manager
- Established and scaled the U.S. subsidiary of ELSA AG (Germany), a leader in 3D graphics, video conferencing, and connectivity hardware.
- Grew revenue to over $24M by year three and secured key OEM contracts with Dell and Compaq.
- Took the company to IPO in 1998, expanding global headcount from 140 to 550 employees
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 Neubert believes in the power of collaboration and connection. Known as a super-connector, he thrives on building bridges between entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystems. His passion lies in advising and mentoring the next generation of founders, inspired by the wisdom of his own mentors. Committed to giving back, he supports both short- and long-term engagements, from one-on-one mentoring to board-level advisory, always with the goal of helping others achieve their full potential.
