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Especially in the financial industry, technology is today the decisive lever: for scalable business models, efficient processes and strong product performance.

Finance · Technology & Strategy Advisory · Frankfurt am Main

The bridge between board and technology.

I spent six years as CTO and Managing Partner of a quantitative asset manager with more than EUR 30 billion in assets under management. I led its technology division in a field where innovation is essential and demands on data quality, system performance, information security and regulatory compliance are exceptionally high. Today, I advise boards and technology leaders on strategy, modernization and delivery.

  • Interim Management
  • Board & Tech Advisory
  • Fractional CTO
Portrait of Dr. Alexander Beck, Technology & Strategy Advisor from Frankfurt am Main
CTO experience
6years
as CTO & Managing Partner of a quantitative asset manager (EUR 30bn+ AUM)
Delivery
12+
successfully completed transformation projects
Regulated environment
15years
experience in the regulated financial environment
Industries
3industries
Finance · FinTech · HighTech

My experience by your side

When you need to make difficult technology decisions quickly.

I help boards, business teams and technology leaders agree on priorities and make technology decisions. Together, we set a roadmap with clear milestones. I then support delivery or take responsibility for it as an interim CTO.

I have helped asset managers, investment funds and FinTech companies choose platforms, design data and technology architectures, and build data teams. This includes putting the structures and ways of working in place to achieve ambitious goals. My AI work ranges from signal generation and market forecasting to integrating AI into everyday business processes. I work on both the decisions and their implementation.

I am a physicist and PhD economist specializing in machine-learning methods in financial markets.

How I can help

Technology strategy, organizational change, modernization and AI for asset managers, financial services firms and FinTech companies.

Strategy & Transformation

Together, we agree on what needs to change, set priorities and plan the work.

  • Defining technology priorities and multi-year roadmaps for your financial firm
  • Managing delivery in a regulated financial environment
  • Clarifying responsibilities, leadership roles and ways of working
  • Building teams that work across departments

Technology, Modernization & AI

I help you choose and implement technology that supports your daily work.

  • Implementing cloud-first and data strategies
  • Introducing AI into business processes to improve efficiency
  • Strengthening information security and IT sovereignty in line with regulatory frameworks such as DORA
  • Build or buy? Clear decisions on sourcing and managing your vendors

When we are a good fit

I can help when decisions are urgent, teams need to agree or responsibilities need to change.

Technology decisions under time pressure

When time-to-market and regulatory frameworks such as DORA create pressure at the same time.

Agreement across teams

When business, technology and operations teams need to agree on priorities and responsibilities.

Changes to how teams work

When delivery depends on clearer roles, better communication and cooperation across teams.

Portfolio

Selected projects from my work in investment, technology and organizational change.

Investment

01

AI market forecasting system

Built an AI-based capital market forecasting system for a major German asset manager.

02

New quantitative investment platform

Led the development of a platform for quantitative research, portfolio construction and analytics.

03

SaaS migration to SimCorp Dimension

Led the migration to SimCorp Dimension as a SaaS solution, with lower total cost of ownership and higher availability.

IT & Technology

04

DORA-compliant IT operations

Introduced an IT operating model that supports timely delivery and meets supervisory requirements.

05

Cloud-first with Microsoft Azure and Snowflake

Led the implementation of a scalable data and analytics platform using Microsoft Azure and Snowflake.

06

Core IT sourcing strategy

Developed the core IT sourcing strategy.

07

AI in engineering & workplace

Rolled out AI assistants for software development and everyday office work.

08

CRM modernization

Led the replacement of the legacy CRM with Microsoft Dynamics Cloud, integrated into sales and reporting.

Management & Organization

09

Agile organization

Introduced an agile delivery model connecting business units and development teams.

10

People strategy and employee development

Developed a people strategy aligning skills, team development and career paths with long-term business goals.

Clarity before we speak.

Answers to the questions clients typically ask in our first conversation.

What is your background?
I spent six years as CTO and Managing Partner of a quantitative asset manager with more than EUR 30 billion in assets under management. Earlier, I built an AI market forecasting system at one of Germany's major asset managers, advised investment funds on technology and signal generation, and completed a PhD in Quantitative Finance while working at a hedge fund. Today, I advise boards and technology leaders on strategy, modernization and delivery. I am based in Frankfurt am Main.
What services do you offer?
I offer Interim Management, Board & Tech Advisory and Fractional CTO services, covering technology strategy, organizational change, modernization and AI. I advise on specific projects, act as a sounding board for board members or take responsibility for delivery as an interim CTO.
Which industries do you specialize in?
I focus on asset management, financial services and FinTech. I have 15 years of experience in regulated financial businesses, including work with BaFin requirements and DORA.
How does an engagement start?
I start with a non-binding conversation, in person or online. Based on your priorities, I propose a suitable format: a short strategy project, ongoing advice for board members, a longer transformation program or an interim CTO role.
Do you work internationally?
Yes. I mainly work in the DACH region and also take on engagements across Europe, on-site, online or a combination of both. I work in German and English.
How do you handle confidentiality and references?
I treat all engagements as confidential. I can share references and discuss specific projects on request, with the relevant client’s approval.

Let's talk.

In person or online. A first conversation is non-binding and usually lasts 30 minutes. We can discuss what you need and whether I can help.