About Bernd

Bernd Schoner PhD, New York, NY 10012

email: bernd@bernd.co

I’m a technology and product executive with a PhD in AI and Machine Learning from MIT and 20+ years building, scaling, and exiting B2B technology companies. I specialize in AI-enabled SaaS and data platforms for enterprise customers—especially in retail and supply chain—working at the intersection of product strategy, platform commercialization, and go-to-market execution.

Most recently, I led Product Strategy at Scandit, where I helped shape the Smart Data Capture platform, launched and scaled the ShelfView computer-vision SaaS product, and supported the company’s growth to a $1B+ valuation and a $150M Series D. I’ve also founded and sold venture-backed companies (including ThingMagic and DeepMagic), led post-acquisition integrations, and built durable competitive moats through IP strategy (50+ issued patents across 20+ jurisdictions) and pragmatic enterprise delivery.

I work with founders, CEOs, and investors as a Head of Product or fractional CPO to clarify strategy, tighten positioning, and translate customer pain into an executable roadmap—then drive the operating cadence to ship, sell, and scale. Typical engagements include AI productization, product/market fit acceleration, platform strategy, GTM alignment, and M&A diligence/integration support. If you’re building an enterprise SaaS business and want a product leader who can combine technical depth with commercial outcomes, Please be in touch.

Contact: 

bernd@bernd.co

New York, NY 10012