Prof. Michael Cesarz, CEO of thyssenkrupp Elevator -MULTI-, is an architect with an extensive experience in cutting-edge Development, having worked with OVG Real Estate B.V./NL on the next version of “The Edge”, which was awarded as the smartest and most sustainable building in the world. Prior to this he was CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Shopping Mall branch in Dubai/UAE, with over 20 highly successful and innovative properties across the Middle East, like “Mall of the Emirates”. Prof. Cesarz has also held the CEO position of the Real Estate branch of “METRO GROUP”, the 3rd biggest and internationally operating retailer sitting in Düsseldorf/GER. His experience includes Design, Development, Project Management and Operations across several Real Estate asset classes.