Mercedes-Benz AG

Larissa Hack is an innovative leader in digital transformation, currently serving as Manager of Digital Twin at Mercedes-Benz AG.

A Visionary in Digital Twin and Agile Leadership

As Manager of Digital Twin at Mercedes-Benz AG, Larissa Hack leads the charge in developing and managing digital twin solutions that transform automotive manufacturing and operations. Her expertise spans agile project management, IT infrastructure and organizational change, making her a key player in advancing Mercedes-Benz’s digital transformation.

“For Hack, every challenge is an opportunity to accelerate progress in digital transformation and agile leadership at Mercedes-Benz AG”

Hack’s career trajectory is marked by impactful roles across IT consulting, sales and engineering. Prior to her current position, she served as Release Train Engineer for the MB.OS End2End Software Journey, applying SAFe agile frameworks to enhance Mercedes-Benz’s software development processes. She also played a pivotal role as an executive assistant in production and engineering IT, ensuring alignment between technology initiatives and strategic business objectives.

“For Hack, every challenge is an opportunity to accelerate progress in digital transformation and agile leadership at Mercedes-Benz AG”

Her foundation in IT management and consulting began at IBM, where she spent over seven years advising global enterprises across industries such as automotive, insurance and chemicals. During this time, she honed her skills in organizational change management, IT service management and cloud solutions, positioning her as an expert in driving complex digital transformations.

Bridging Digital Innovation and Agile Execution

Hack holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Business and Information Technology from the Corporate University Mannheim, providing a strong foundation in business and technology. She further advanced her expertise with a Master’s Degree in Service Management and Engineering from the Hector School of Management & Engineering, blending technical proficiency with strategic vision. Her credentials as a Certified SAFe 5 Agilist and SAFe 5 Program Consultant further reinforce her commitment to fostering agility and innovation.

Hack’s leadership extends beyond project execution—she is a passionate advocate for cultural transformation, striving to build more agile, adaptable and people-centric workplaces. Her guiding philosophy is encapsulated in a Chinese proverb: “When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build windmills.” For Hack, every challenge is an opportunity to build windmills, accelerating progress in digital transformation and agile leadership at Mercedes-Benz AG.