Tom Winkler

Mentoring Offer

"How hard can it be?" Let's turn challenges into opportunities.
Passionate about solving problems and delivering impact, I thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. With a background in computer science and deep experience in AI, product development, and stakeholder management, I help individuals and teams navigate complex projects, grow in their roles, and achieve tangible success.
Who am I?

Director at Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, leading engineering teams across Leipzig, Berlin, Amsterdam.
Extensive experience as a Product Owner, with a strong focus on AI and agentic frameworks.
Navigating my own transition from hands-on execution to strategic leadership – and helping others do the same.
Proven track record in team building, stakeholder management, and productizing technology.

How I Can Help

AI & Productization – Bridging the gap between research and real-world applications.
Stakeholder & Leadership Mastery – Managing up, down, and across.
Hiring & Team Building – Structuring high-performing, distributed teams.
Performance & Growth – Coaching individuals towards promotions and leadership roles.
OKRs & Execution – Setting and driving impactful objectives.
Engineering & Product Balance – Aligning technical teams with business outcomes.

Let’s connect if you’re looking for practical, no-nonsense mentoring that drives results. 🚀