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I’m Florian Strauf, a strategic technology consultant and fractional CTO who thrives on turning complex ideas into practical, high-impact software. I partner with businesses to bridge the gap between their goals and technical execution, with a focus on AI implementation, pragmatic software architecture, and optimizing development processes for speed and quality. My hands-on experience as a founder and CTO keeps my guidance grounded in real-world delivery. I build scalable solutions end-to-end, from concept to market, andI enjoy shaping teams and processes to ship high-value software fast.…I’m Florian Strauf, a strategic technology consultant and fractional CTO who thrives on turning complex ideas into practical, high-impact software. I partner with businesses to bridge the gap between their goals and technical execution, with a focus on AI implementation, pragmatic software architecture, and optimizing development processes for speed and quality. My hands-on experience as a founder and CTO keeps my guidance grounded in real-world delivery. I build scalable solutions end-to-end, from concept to market, andI enjoy shaping teams and processes to ship high-value software fast.

Florian Strauf

Developer, Fractional CTO, AI Strategy Consultant, +3

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I’m Florian Strauf, a strategic technology consultant and fractional CTO who thrives on turning complex ideas into practical, high-impact software. I partner with businesses to bridge the gap between their goals and technical execution, with a focus on AI implementation, pragmatic software architecture, and optimizing development processes for speed and quality. My hands-on experience as a founder and CTO keeps my guidance grounded in real-world delivery. I build scalable solutions end-to-end, from concept to market, andI enjoy shaping teams and processes to ship high-value software fast.…I’m Florian Strauf, a strategic technology consultant and fractional CTO who thrives on turning complex ideas into practical, high-impact software. I partner with businesses to bridge the gap between their goals and technical execution, with a focus on AI implementation, pragmatic software architecture, and optimizing development processes for speed and quality. My hands-on experience as a founder and CTO keeps my guidance grounded in real-world delivery. I build scalable solutions end-to-end, from concept to market, andI enjoy shaping teams and processes to ship high-value software fast.

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I’m Florian Strauf, a strategic technology consultant and fractional CTO who thrives on turning complex ideas into practical, high-impact software. I partner with businesses to bridge the gap between their goals and technical execution, with a focus on AI implementation, pragmatic software architecture, and optimizing development processes for speed and quality.

My hands-on experience as a founder and CTO keeps my guidance grounded in real-world delivery. I build scalable solutions end-to-end, from concept to market, andI enjoy shaping teams and processes to ship high-value software fast.

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Work Experience

Founder & CEO at Expensesorted.com

January 1, 2023 - June 7, 2024

Designed and built a personal finance tool that empowers users to take control of their finances by connecting their own Google Sheet to a smart web app. This solution provides users with complete control and privacy by using their own Google Sheet as the database, saving hours of manual effort through automatic importing and categorizing of bank transactions with an AI-powered engine. It offers clear financial insight with an intuitive visual dashboard and delivers actionable, AI-driven financial guidance to help users make smarter decisions and reach their savings goals faster.

CTO at Forgd.com

January 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025

Led the technical vision and delivery of Forgd.com, a comprehensive platform offering free tools for blockchain builders. Built and scaled a robust platform from concept to over 1,000 users in under 12 months. Grew and led a technical team from 4 to 14 developers while maintaining high velocity. Architected complex data systems including a supply-demand algorithm in Python, Big Data integration with CoinGecko, and an ingestion engine for trading data. Developed an RFQ portal enabling market makers to bid on projects.

Founder & CEO at Tokenomics DAO (acquired by Forgd.com)

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Founded and led a tokenomics-focused community designing and ideating for web3 projects, producing thought leadership. Built a community of over 3,000 members and a Twitter following of over 8,000. Developed a tokenomics design framework used by thousands of builders. Scaled consulting business to more than 10 contributors serving over 15 clients. Successfully merged the business with Forgd.com.

Solution Architect at SAP

January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2021

Bridged business and technology by translating requirements into custom products. Led SAP's innovation strategy for blockchain adoption including board-level proposals for crypto payments and token-based revenue streams. Designed custom solutions across multiple industries and led agile delivery teams through successful proof-of-concepts, pilots, and production implementations.

Development Consultant at SER Solutions Deutschland GmbH

January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2014

Progressed from apprentice to development consultant focusing on SAP integrations and enterprise content management. Architected and developed FI/MM invoice processing workflows, built UX solutions with SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, and OData, and managed internal projects on J2EE application servers.

Principal Technical Advisor & Fractional CTO (Independent Consultant)

March 1, 2025 - Present

Providing strategic technology leadership, AI-focused solutions, and pragmatic software architecture to bridge business goals with technical execution. Leading cross-functional teams and delivering actionable roadmaps.

Founder & Builder at Forge d.com

January 1, 2020 - Present

Led the technical vision and delivery of Forge d.com, a comprehensive platform for blockchain builders. Built out architecture, data models, and end-to-end systems with a focus on scalability and security.

Founder & Community Lead at Tokenomics DAO

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Founded and led a tokenomics-focused community, producing thought leadership for Web3 projects and coordinating open discussions, studies, and collaborations.

Development Consultant / Apprentice to Senior at SERS Deutschland GmbH

January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2014

Progressed from apprentice to development consultant focusing on SAP integrations and enterprise content management; designed and implemented UX/workflows and integration patterns.