PyData Berlin 2025

Alexander C. S. Hendorf has over 20 years of experience in digitalization, data, and artificial intelligence. As an independent consultant, he focuses on the practical implementation, adoption, and communication of data- and AI-driven strategies and decision-making processes.

While still in law school, he worked as a DJ—before dropping out to join a transatlantic music start-up. The venture evolved into a decent independent label group and, eventually, a small stock corporation, where Alexander became a partner and, at 28, took over as COO. He led the company’s digital transformation and designed systems that could scale with growth. This entrepreneurial journey laid the foundation for his deep understanding of business strategy, technology, and innovation.

After closing the chapter on digital music, Alexander turned his focus to data science and AI—initially driven by curiosity, with weekends on Coursera and evenings on GPUs. That passion evolved into a career advising organizations on AI integration, data strategy, and building impact-driven teams.

Some say he just picks the flashiest jobs—record label owner, data scientist—but really, he follows his passion: for what’s new, what matters, and what connects people and technology.

Today, he supports clients—especially in regulated or legacy-heavy industries—in aligning emerging technologies with real-world business goals. His work emphasizes cultural impact, sustainable change, and interdisciplinary thinking.

Alexander is a recognized expert in data intelligence and a frequent speaker and chair at international conferences, including PyCon DE & PyData, Data2Day, and EuroPython. He’s a Python Software Foundation Fellow, EuroPython Fellow, and board member of the Python Software Verband (Germany).

Since 2024, he has been driving Pioneers Hub, a non-profit supporting vibrant, inclusive tech communities—and helping innovators keep pace in a rapidly changing world.