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ABOUT ILONA
As Head of Marketing and Co-Marketing Director, Ilona is responsible for the Austrian market and Central Eastern Europe at SAP. Her leadership is marked by a strong belief in collaboration, digital transformation, and technology adoption. From overcoming language barriers to leading high-performing teams, her journey is a testament to resilience and innovative leadership.
MISTAKES ARE WELCOME AND LEARNED FROM.
Ilona Vanicek
ILONA IN A NUTSHELL
Head of Marketing Austria and Central Eastern Europe
SAP Österreich GmbH
area of expertise
Information Technology Austria 🇦🇹
companies Ilona has worked for
ILONA AS A LEADER
Success involves resilience and the ability to innovate with my team, focusing on authenticity and thinking outside the box.
Leadership is not driving opinions.
Great Leaders are authentic mentors who work on shaping next gen of leaders.
The future of leadership is about agility and dynamic adoption to constant change.
When I think of a leader, I think of people who challenge the status quo and and inspire others to shape the future.
TEAM POWER IS INVALUABLE.
Ilona Vanicek
ILONA ON TEAMWORK
Leading in tech means embracing rapid change and new technologies. Ilona fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation at SAP, ensuring her team is at the forefront of digital transformation. This approach not only leads to high performance but also empowers her team to be leaders in the tech industry, continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
ILONA ON LEADERSHIP EVOLUTION
Transforming past negative experiences into strengths has been crucial for Ilona. Her early challenges with integration and belonging have shaped her into a leader who values team dynamics and ensures everyone feels included. Her leadership is characterized by empathy, collaboration, and a commitment to developing collective strengths and capabilities.
TRANSFORMED PAST TO STRENGTH.
Ilona on becoming a better leader
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