Michael Leitl

Michael Leitl is an experienced author and innovator working to create a boundary-breaking framework for the clients of INDEED. With knowledge in chemistry, new technologies, and media, paired with a critical thinking mind, Michael analyzes problems in order to proceed into the future with new and creative ideas. His interest in nature and the understanding of how things work grant him the innate ability to discover unprecedented solutions through a unique viewpoint.

Skilled in innovation management, strategy, media relations, and corporate communications, Michael has a demonstrated history of being a pathfinder—seeing the world through a different lens. By building clear project roadmaps, he creates strategies for clients that focus on bringing innovation to the next level through the use of AI.

With his experience working in diverse industries, from the Der Spiegel Group and Harvard Business Review to chemical engineering, Michael utilizes his knack for philosophy as well as English and German literature to find daring avenues for success. Through this expertise in both science and humanities, he is able to connect ideas and possibilities that many others don’t see at first. Michael also has hands-on experience building businesses—previously, he co-founded two startups, where he learned about the value of experimentation and first-hand experience, and to not rely just on book learning.

As a strong generator encouraging partners to create new AI concepts and implement tools of modernization, Michael helps position INDEED as a thought leader. Led by a sense of curiosity and excellence, he expects the best from others and often challenges them to look for resourceful outcomes in every situation, prioritizing engagement and innovative thinking to improve the lives of many.