Shaping the Future
of Financial Data
At WM InnoLab, we are harnessing the power of technology and academic insights to revolutionize the financial industry. As a data-driven division of WM Datenservice we are dedicated to driving innovation and creating solutions that empower our clients and stakeholders. Come and explore the future of financial data with us.
Our roots and expertise
For over 75 years, WM Datenservice has been providing data and information services for companies enabling them to make value-creating decisions. In doing so we contribute to the success of their customers and the further development of financial markets.
Driving Innovation Forward: With a strong foundation in place, WM InnoLab represents our commitment to pushing boundaries and embracing change. By leveraging technology and academic insights as a catalyst for innovation, we are poised to create meaningful advancements in the finance industry. WM InnoLab seamlessly integrates with our existing Business Development and Strategy teams within WM Datenservice.
Our mission
Elevating corporate value through relentless innovation
We have a clear mission: to elevate corporate value and ensure future relevance through relentless innovation. WM InnoLab generates new innovative business ideas and processes in a protected space to increase the corporate value of WM Datenservice and strengthen future viability.
Our vision
Leading financial innovation
We aim to take a leading role in financial innovations creating measurable impact for our stakeholders in the spirit of a one-stop shop.
Our role
Seeking valuable solutions
We are seeking new valuable solutions for the financial industry by utilizing technology and academic insights in a brave manner. In doing so, we want to be a reliable partner for the financial industry by sharing our longstanding knowledge as a leading markets expert since 1947.
“With WM InnoLab, we rapidly create bold financial innovations, complementing our existing divisions.
Join us in shaping the future of finance.”
Antonio Novillo Suarez - Responsible Managing Director of WM InnoLab
Our Research Areas
WM InnoLab will mainly focus on the three most significant technologies for the financial industry: Data Analytics, Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence. We are constantly expanding our horizons and exploring new business opportunities in response to the evolving needs of our partners and the market.
Data Analytics
WM Datenservice is a leading financial data company with reference data for millions of financial instruments and their associated corporate actions for over 75 years. Analyzing large data sets, deriving relevant insights, and creating solutions based on data insights is at the core of our business.
With WM InnoLab, we will now aim higher and intend to partner with startups, corporates, and research institutes in the development of brave advanced data analytics solutions.
Blockchain
As a leader in traditional financial data, WM InnoLab possesses the perfect basis for exploring new products and services based on the distributed ledger technology (DLT). We aim to transfer this strong position to the world of digital assets and thus develop new blockchain-based solutions for digital assets (e.g., tokenization, electronic securities).
Collaborating with partners from both traditional finance and the FinTech industry, we're exploring commonly used blockchains like Polygon, Arbitrum, and Solana to drive innovation forward.
Artificial Intelligence
The possibilities of Artificial Intelligence in the financial industry are boundless. At WM InnoLab, we are particularly interested in solutions that aim to automate the extraction and generation of data from unstructured information and the translation of highly technical meta data into readily available and comprehendable information insights.
Through strategic collaborations with universities, research institutes, and startups/FinTechs, we are pushing the boundaries of AI to assess its viability and feasibility in driving future innovation.
Join us as we embark on this journey of exploration and discovery. Together, let's push the boundaries of what's possible and shape the future of finance.
How we work
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We welcome collaboration with financial companies, start-ups, and FinTechs. There are no boundaries when it comes to innovation. We welcome everyone interested in using technology for creating new products and services. We offer our expertise and access to our database for jointly exploring practical solutions, enabling rapid progress.
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At WM InnoLab, we collaborate with universities, research institutes, and accelerators to address technological challenges. New technologies are still subject to research in order to assess the chances and challenges on an academic base. In doing so, practical implications can be derived to, for instance, increase time-to-market or reduce sunk costs. We embrace academic endeavours and aim to foster it by providing expertise and collaborating in research (e.g, academic publications, events).
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We actively promote talents in innovation and design thinking for the financial services industry. Whether you are a professional, a student, an intern or in seek of a traineeship, we cultivate an open and modern work culture marked by trust and diversity. Join us and unleash your potential at WM InnoLab.
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We are highly interested in learning from thought leaders in the financial industry. If you have interesting existing tech, services or products, which might help accelerating digitization in finance or innovation within WM Datenservice, feel free to contact us.
Meet the Team
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Antonio Novillo Suarez
Responsible Managing Director of WM InnoLab
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Dr. Duc Au
Head of WM InnoLab
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Julian Giessing
Head of WM InnoLab
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Daniel Veit
Head of Business Development
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Anna-Maria Seibert
Head of Communication & Corporate Office
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Timm Skupien
Team Lead - Digital Sales
Our partners and communites
Collaboration drives innovation. We believe the key to success lies within our community and partnerships. These relationships are the cornerstone of our business, driving innovation and fostering a collaborative environment that propels us forward. Our community's insights and feedback are invaluable, shaping our products and services to better meet their needs. Similarly, our partners play a crucial role in our ecosystem, bringing diverse expertise and opportunities together.
Ready to innovate togehter? Or do you have any questions? Do not hesitate to contact us for more details. We are happy to answer all your questions.
What we offer
Modern working culture
We embrace a modern working environment that prioritizes flexibility, collaboration, and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture where continuous learning and professional growth are encouraged and enable our team members to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry landscape.
Projects with impact
Focusing on new technologies and academic insights, we offer exciting projects with high impact for WM Datenservice and the financial industry. We value out-of-the-box thinking in an interdisciplinary team with flat hierarchies.
Creative workspace
Our workspace is designed to support a balance between focused tasks and collaborative projects, ensuring employees can thrive in a diverse, and inclusive atmosphere. Therefore, we are part of the TechQuartier community to make a difference in working and collaborating.
Flexible and remote working
Flexible working opportunities is of importance to accommodate the diverse needs and lifestyles of our team members. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide options that include remote work, flexible hours, and compressed workweeks.
Personal education
Fostering personal development opportunities, offering a comprehensive suite of resources, and internal programs to support the continuous growth of our employees is key to us. We believe in empowering our team with the tools and knowledge necessary for personal advancement.
Attractive employee benefits
We offer competitive salaries along with many employee benefits such as flexible working hours, job bikes, company pension plan, free drinks and fruit baskets, and many more.
Join us
Are you ready to be a part of something revolutionary? Whether you're an experienced professional, a PhD Candidate, an intern or an up-and-coming talent, WM InnoLab welcomes you. Together, let's shape the future of finance! Check out our current job offers!
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As a PhD Candidate of WM InnoLab we wil financially support as well as equip you with our tools and knowledge to write your dissertation on a topic relevant to us and the financial industry.
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As a WM InnoLab Working Student you will you have the opportunity to bring theories into practice. Our dynamic team will give you guidance on finalizing your thesis on an exciting academic topic relevant to us and the financial industry.
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As an WM InnoLab Intern you will be an integral part of our dynamic team, contributing to the exploration and development of cutting-edge ideas and solutions for WM Datenservice and the financial industry.
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You are convinced that you can contribute to WM InnoLab? Then feel free to send us an initiative application to tell us more about your person and your thoughts or ideas.
Our office
WM InnoLab is based in TechQuartier, centrally located in the heart of Frankfurt. Here, we leverage the excellent infrastructure and engage in valuable exchanges with other innovators, thereby fostering the development of our ideas.
TechQuartier
Platz d. Einheit 2
60327 Frankfurt am Main
Innovate with us
You are interested in financial data and its applications? You are an experienced professional, young talent, academic researcher or industry partner? You are looking for an innovation partner in the financial industry? Then contact us for more information in a personal or virtual meeting.