Brussels- Belgium, March 27th, 2024 — Syntagma Capital, a pioneering private equity firm poised to lead a digital revolution across industries, proudly announces the appointment of Charlie Hoertz as Senior Advisor. With a focus on driving value through digital transformation, Hoertz brings invaluable expertise to propel Syntagma Capital’s visionary initiatives forward.

Charlie Hoertz, a seasoned leader in Digital Transformation with over 15 years of global business experience, has been at the forefront of driving innovation across manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial operations. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, predictive analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT), Charlie has spearheaded numerous strategic initiatives that not only yield financial returns but also promote environmental, social, and governance (ESG) benefits, including reductions in carbon emissions. Holding degrees from The Ohio State University (B.S.) and Louisiana State University (MBA), Charlie shares his expertise by teaching Digital Transformation at OSU’s Fisher College of Business MBA program and is a distinguished graduate of MIT’s Advanced Management Program (AMP).

“The digital era presents unparalleled opportunities for innovation and growth, and Syntagma Capital is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technologies to redefine industry standards. Through advanced data management strategies, enabled by artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing, Syntagma Capital aims to deliver exceptional value and enhance operational efficiency across all sectors” says Sebastien Kiekert Le Moult, Managing Partner.

“Innovations such as deep learning algorithms are poised to revolutionize how product-related data is organized and accessed, particularly benefiting upstream companies grappling with vast amounts of unstructured data sources, which have historically inhibited their adoption of e-commerce solutions,” says Hoertz. “Moreover, the introduction of Unified Namespace / Data Broker platforms in manufacturing marks a pivotal opportunity towards Industry 4.0, underscoring the critical role of digitalization in today’s landscape.”

As Senior Digital Advisor, Hoertz underscores the significance of a robust data infrastructure in enabling manufacturing entities to adopt advanced machine learning technologies. “With a solid data foundation, manufacturing-based companies can leverage machine learning solutions to optimize production efficiency and drive unprecedented yield improvements,” adds Hoertz.

Recognizing the growing demand for effective knowledge management of its portfolio companies and even internally, Syntagma Capital looks to closed-source generative AI models tailored for seamless integration within corporate environments. These models revolutionize knowledge management by extracting vital information from diverse sources and set new standards for knowledge dissemination.

“As the digital wave sweeps across industries, Syntagma Capital stands poised to redefine value creation strategies in its industry,” states Frank Coenen – Partner Syntagma. “Together, we embark on a transformative journey where innovation knows no bounds, and the future is reimagined.”

Charlie Hoertz, a seasoned leader in Digital Transformation with 15+ years of global business experience, drives innovation across sectors like manufacturing, supply chain, and sales. Leveraging progressive data management strategies alongside advanced technologies like social media, analytics, and AI, he enhances operations, achieving notable milestones such as patented market intelligence systems and IoT-enabled inventory management solutions. With degrees from Ohio State University and Louisiana State University, plus completion of MIT’s Advanced Management Program, he also teaches Digital Transformation at OSU’s Fisher College of Business MBA program.