Thomas Kuehn

Founded FarmInsect and built Europe’s largest regional insect-production network. Secured €13.5 M in EU and private funding to expand operations and established a 1,000 m² automated facility. Developed a modular breeding platform integrating AI, IoT sensors and data analytics to optimise conditions and forecast production. Grew and led a diverse team of 30+ employees and cultivated partnerships with 30+ investors and customers.

Commercialised coded-caching technology for in-flight entertainment, reducing bandwidth by 50–80% and increasing network capacity up to fivefold. Led product development and partnerships with airlines and system vendors. Oversaw business development, sales and finance operations. Guided technical teams to implement a scalable software platform supporting thousands of concurrent users.

• Founded Probino and developed a unique do-it-yourself wine-seminar kit for consumers. • Designed and assembled product kits, sourced suppliers, and set up production operations. • Established marketing and sales channels to introduce the product to market and grow revenues. • Managed all aspects of business operations and finance, from budgeting to logistics. • Gained early insights into consumer-product development and entrepreneurship.