Till Schlief

International Business Developer

What was your role at ladeplan, and now at RetailSonar?
I was the CEO at ladeplan. At RetailSonar, I’m responsible for the success of ChargePlanner in the DACH region.

How do you reflect on the incorporation of ladeplan in RetailSonar?
The first few weeks have given me great insight, although many tasks are currently running in parallel. I already feel like part of the RetailSonar family and have received a very warm welcome. From a product perspective, I’m really looking forward to what comes next!

What is your first impression of our company?
There’s a strong cultural fit with a very dynamic team. Great team spirit and always one step ahead!

Any fun facts we should know about you?
I did horse jumping for almost 15 years.

What are your hobbies?
Golf, general fitness, and anything involving a ball—like soccer or tennis. I’m easily inspired when it comes to sports.

What do you see as the biggest challenge for RetailSonar?
Reducing the complexity of the tool to keep it user-friendly while continuing to develop it with valuable market insights.

Lorenz Pott

Senior Modelling Expert 

What was your role at ladeplan, and now at RetailSonar?
I was the CTO at ladeplan. My current role at RetailSonar is to leverage data synergies between ladeplan and ChargePlanner.

How do you reflect on the incorporation of ladeplan into RetailSonar?
It’s absolutely the right move—combining forces to conquer and accelerate the European EV charging market. This integration positions us as a true leader in Location Intelligence.

What is your first impression of our company?
It feels like one big family. Open-minded, collaborative, and supportive colleagues, all united by a strong vision for location planning. Thanks for making the transition so smooth!

Any fun facts we need to know about you?
I once - not by accident, more due to just a random idea - founded a local American football club, which is still currently playing and containing a roster of about 50 people!

What are your hobbies?
I love racket sports—squash, tennis, padel, and badminton. I recently started running and aim to complete a half marathon. I also enjoy cooking, cycling, photography, watching local football matches, traveling (especially by sailboat), and spending time with friends and family.

What are your biggest achievements so far?
Throwing a 180 in Till's living room. (laughs)

What is your favorite quote?
"Smooth seas never made a skilled sailor" - Franklin D. Roosevelt

What do you see as the biggest challenge for RetailSonar?
Focusing on the right priorities. In today’s fast-paced world, challenges arise quickly. Solving the right ones at the right time will always be a key success factor.

Benjamin Kasten

Product Engineer 

What was your role at ladeplan, and now at RetailSonar?
I was the CPO at ladeplan. At RetailSonar, I’ll help share the knowledge we gained at ladeplan to further develop and enhance the ChargePlanner solution.

How do you reflect on the incorporation of ladeplan in RetailSonar?
There’s a strong match between what we were building at ladeplan and what RetailSonar is doing with ChargePlanner. Combining our expertise will lead to even more innovation and better solutions.

What is your first impression of our company?
Everyone I’ve met so far has been open-minded, supportive, and respectful. I’m really impressed by how involved everyone is in the company’s processes—and how each person truly contributes to achieving the company’s goals.

Any fun facts we need to know about you?
I’ve been vegan for nearly five years now—and people often don’t believe it because they think you can’t get this big being vegan. (laughs)

What are your hobbies?
You’ll often find me at the gym or out running. I also love cooking, and I’m always up for a conversation about food, fitness, and health. During the summer, I make sure to attend at least one music festival and camp out for a few days.

What do you see as the biggest challenge for RetailSonar?
I think that in this AI era, RetailSonar needs to stay on top of Location Intelligence in retail and eMobility. For ChargePlanner, the challenge is to build out the knowledge and experience we already have and to continue delivering as much added value to our customers.