About Dr. Carsten Wengel

Dr. Carsten Wengel has been serving as the CEO of Netcetera - Software Matters since 2023, leading a company specializing in software and digital solutions based in Switzerland. His journey to this role includes a significant tenure at Giesecke+Devrient, where he led the global Sales & Distribution organization for the Financial Services and Public Sector. He joined G+D in 2017 as Global VP, overseeing the EMEA Region for Payment and Connectivity. Before his time at G+D, Dr. Wengel spent nearly two decades with IBM, beginning in 1998. His roles there ranged from Consultant to Project Manager, eventually leading the Sales Organization for IBM in Central and Eastern Europe, managing an annual revenue of over $1.6 billion across 29 countries. His work took him to diverse and fascinating regions, including Southeast Europe, Russia, the CIS Countries, and Central Europe. Dr. Carsten Wengel  is driven by a passion for pioneering innovative market strategies, building high-performing teams, and revitalizing struggling businesses. Whether navigating tough markets or driving rapid expansion, he is dedicated to making a significant impact. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr. Wengel holds a PhD in Theoretical Physics from the University of Göttingen. Outside of work, he values time spent with his wife and two children, cherishing those personal moments.