EP 34: Burkard Schemmel, Senior Director, Head of Sales North Europe Continent A.P. Moller - Maersk

In this episode, I sit down with Burkard Schemmel, Senior Director and Head of Sales North Europe at A.P. Moller - Maersk, to dive deep into the strategies driving growth and innovation in B2B commerce and technology ecosystems. We explore how leadership, ecosystem strategies, and business ethics are shaping the future of business. With over 20 years of experience in high-tech industries and consulting, Burkard has founded four companies and consulted Fortune 500 enterprises on strategy, technology, and operations. He has also led global practices, developed ‘as-a-service’ business models, and shaped the careers of countless professionals. Chapters 00:17 Burkard Schemmel, Seasoned General Manager 02:30 Favorite food of Burkard 07:10 Books published by Burkard 10:08 Topic Introduction 10:44 Burkard's journey into B2B commerce and technology ecosystems 14:43 Significant challenges faced while working with the public sector 23:45 Approaching the development of ‘as-a-service’ business models, and what are the common pitfalls to avoid? 35:10 What is Business ethics? 40:20 How to ensure that ethical considerations are integrated into the strategic decisions and innovations at organizations 51:12 Balancing the pursuit of growth and innovation with the need to maintain ethical standards, especially when facing competitive pressures 53:10 Influence of business ethics on long-term success and reputation in the B2B and technology sector 54:10 Advice for businesses why is business ethics important 56:55 Closing Remark from Burkard Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate the complexities of today’s fast-evolving business landscape. 📚 Guest Bio: Burkard Schemmel is a recognized leader in B2B commerce and technology ecosystems. As an entrepreneur and corporate leader, he has founded multiple companies and led diverse teams in global organizations. Known for his thought leadership in Corporate Strategy, B2B Commerce, and Business Ethics, Burkard has influenced the careers of hundreds of professionals and published several books on these topics. 📢 Connect with Burkard Schemmel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burkardschemmel/ Books Published, Changeship: Building and scaling next-generation businesses in the digital polypol: Purpose-driven - Customer dedicated - Sustainability enabled, Amazon link: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Burkard-Schemmel/dp/3756814696  📢 Connect with Majid Mahmood LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/majid-m/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majidmofficial/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/majidmpage  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@majidmofficial MajidM: https://www.majidm.com