Leadership
André Oppel
Fractional CFO
Part of our fractional CFO pool. 20+ years in M&A and corporate turnarounds.
Profile summary
André Oppel is an entrepreneur, executive, and advisor with over two decades of global experience in operations, digital transformation, data analytics, and financial strategy. He has led large-scale turnarounds, launched subsidiaries, and guided M&A strategy, combining technical depth with operating leadership.
Expertise & accomplishments
- Financial strategy & M&A: Guided mergers, acquisitions, and financial restructurings with a focus on value creation and risk mitigation.
- Digital transformation: Implemented AI-driven tooling to improve operational efficiency and strategic decision-making for global organisations.
- Operational excellence: Developed and optimised workflows across industries, delivering measurable efficiency and scalability improvements.
- Global business development: Designed and executed market-entry strategies across the UAE, Europe, and Africa.
- Advisory & mentorship: Advised startups, family-owned enterprises, and listed corporations.
Key roles
- Co-Founder & CEO, Commerceers LLC: Built an e-commerce gateway in the UAE with omnichannel integration.
- Executive VP, Albatha Group: Led digital transformation for a diversified holding company.
- Managing Principal Consultant, CAMELOT: Advised global chemical and consumer goods companies on digitisation and financial strategy.
- Senior Manager, KPMG: Delivered M&A due diligence and post-merger integration for multinationals.
Extended profile on the parent firm's site: a8innovation.com