STEPHAN
STRECKER

  • Architect of Change.
  • Bridge Builder.
  • Digital Executive.

Turning the small gear to move the enterprise.

CURRENTLYCEO @ HAPAHAPA
PREVIOUSLYEx-Audi Digital Leader

The Philosophy

Speed over Perfection

"Good enough is often good enough."

Breaking analysis paralysis through iterative progress.

The Gear Effect

"Turning the small gear to move the big gears."

Change management through strategic MVPs that move the entire enterprise.

The Long Game

"Systems thinking."

Seeing three moves ahead in the corporate chess game.

Human Grounding

"High-tech vision, grounded in nature."

Psychological safety as the currency of innovation.

Track Record

2010

IT Shop Floor & Production

Ingolstadt

The Foundation. Understanding the heartbeat of production.

2016

Audi America / Silicon Valley

USA

The Pivot. Embracing the digital platform mindset.

2019

Audi Canada Digital

Canada

First Audi AG Code Production outside Germany.

2021

Founder HAPAHAPA

Global

The Entrepreneurial Spirit. Building AI-driven networking.

2023

Managing Director Audi RED

Toronto

Building the Venture. AI Enablement & Global Tech Hub.

Now

Return to Audi AG

Germany

Scaling the Legacy. Driving digital innovation at scale.

Voices

"The architect of the Red Venture. He didn't just mandate from the top down, he taught the team how change really happens."

Team Audi RED

"He is someone who gets crap done. Although sometimes met with friction, he pushes the boundaries of what is possible."

Colleague

"Technically sound but grounded in nature. As capable in building a future focused technology solution as comfortable hiking a mountain."

Team Feedback

Thought Leadership

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