Carsten Krauss

Founder & CEO, CK Holding

Carsten Kraus is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and artificial intelligence pioneer with more than three decades of experience building technology companies and bringing data-driven innovations to market. He is the founder and CEO of CK Holding and Brainbox, and the founder of multiple successful software and AI ventures spanning e-commerce, data quality, computer vision, robotics, fintech, and enterprise software.

Carsten is best known as the founder of FACT-Finder, one of the world’s leading AI-powered e-commerce search and merchandising platforms, used by thousands of online retailers globally. Over two decades as CEO, he grew the company into a market leader in intelligent search and product discovery, helping businesses improve customer experience and drive significant revenue growth. He also founded Omikron Data Solutions, a pioneer in data quality management, and continues to be actively involved in the development and scaling of innovative technology businesses.

In recent years, Carsten has focused heavily on artificial intelligence, both as an entrepreneur and investor. He is the founder and CEO of CASABLANCA.AI, a company developing AI-powered video communication technology that restores natural eye contact in virtual meetings, and has invested in a broad portfolio of AI, robotics, logistics, agtech, fintech, and digital health startups. His work reflects a strong belief in the transformative potential of AI across industries and society.

As a member of the Forbes Technology Council, author, speaker, and innovation advocate, Carsten regularly contributes to discussions on entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and technology-driven business transformation. As a mentor, he enjoys helping founders navigate company building, product strategy, scaling, fundraising, and the commercialization of breakthrough technologies.