Sebastian Kainz is a Director at Atreus (a Heidrick & Struggles company), specializing in the Automotive and Mobility sector. Based in Munich, he brings over 20 years of hands-on experience in the German automotive industry, ranging from high-tech development and prototyping to small-series production. Sebastian acts as a strategic partner for clients facing transformational or restructuring challenges, filling critical management gaps with interim experts across the entire value chain. His career includes significant leadership roles at Volke Consulting Engineers and Schuttenbach GmbH, where he managed complex projects in close cooperation with major OEMs like the BMW Group. Sebastian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising & Marketing from the University of West London.