Michael Berns

With over 23 years of international experience, I operate at the intersection of Open Source AI, digital transformation, and global ecosystem development. My mission is to leverage Generative AI and emerging technologies to drive vendor-neutral innovation and ensure digital sovereignty on a global scale.

Strategic Leadership & Impact As Head of AI for the Eclipse Foundation, I champion the advancement of Open Source AI and strategic ecosystem development. By fostering community-led collaboration and transparent technology standards, I help organizations navigate the path to digital autonomy.

Previously, at PwC Deutschland, I led initiatives that positioned the firm as a global thought leader in AI. My work focused on transformative solutions recognized by Gartner and Forrester, supported by over 100 professional publications.

A Global Track Record Prior to my move to Germany in 2018, I spent 16 years in London’s high-growth tech scene with firms such as Digital Reasoning.