About me

I’m a technology executive with a proven track record of leading engineering organizations across industries and company stages. As the CTO of Enpal, a GreenTech unicorn, I lead a 250-person department. Previously, I served as VP of Engineering at HelloFresh. In addition to leading technical organizations, I’ve successfully led a 100-person company as Managing Director.

Before transitioning into engineering management, I had extensive experience as an engineer and architect, specializing in complex systems and resilient cloud solutions. I have been highly active in the engineering scene, speaking at conferences, leading the Berlin Software Craftsmanship community, and organizing events such as the SoCraTes conference.

I am passionate about solving complex problems using a systems thinking approach. I excell at leveraging my expertise in building high-performing teams, designing scalable systems, and aligning technical initiatives with broader business strategy to drive meaningful and impactful results.

Contact me

I’m always open to new ideas, challenging problems, and exciting opportunities. Here are some of the reasons you might want to reach out:

  • Public Speaking: If you’re organizing a conference, podcast, or roundtable and need an expert in engineering or leadership, I’d be happy to share my insights.
  • Consulting: For support with due diligence, tech strategy, or evaluating complex systems, I can assist with consulting on short notice.
  • Advisory Roles: For startup advisory or board positions, I can help guide your team with technical strategy, scaling, and team-building expertise.
  • Guest Lectures: If you represent an educational institution and are interested in guest lectures, I’d love to share my experiences and insights on technology and leadership.
  • Coffee Walk: If you’re in Berlin and think we’d have a great conversation, let’s grab a morning coffee and chat!

Feel free to reach out via hi@ivankusalic.com to discuss any of these opportunities or others you have in mind.

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