Stephan Lutz is a motivational business leader and financial strategist, currently serving as Group CEO and CFO of BitMEX, one of the world’s most influential crypto derivatives exchanges. With decades of experience across finance, consulting and technology, Stephan has built his career on resilience, adaptability and the ability to lead organisations through change and disruption.
Beginning his journey in corporate finance and equities trading at Dresdner Bank AG, Stephan quickly established himself as a rising talent in the financial sector. He went on to hold senior roles at Deutsche Börse, one of Europe’s leading stock exchanges, before becoming a Senior Partner at PwC, where he advised global institutions on transformation, growth and risk management. These experiences gave him unique insight into how leaders can thrive under pressure and seize opportunities in evolving markets.
In 2021, Stephan joined BitMEX as CFO, and by 2022, he had been appointed CEO of the company. Taking on this challenge at a time of great uncertainty in the crypto sector, he successfully led BitMEX through a strategic pivot, restoring its focus on derivatives trading and strengthening its institutional credibility. His ability to make bold decisions, inspire confidence and unite teams around a shared vision has been central to his leadership.
As a motivational speaker, Stephan shares lessons from his career at the intersection of traditional finance and disruptive technology. He speaks with authority on navigating uncertainty, leading through volatility and transforming challenges into opportunities. His journey demonstrates the power of adaptability, resilience and forward-thinking leadership, making his insights relevant not just to finance professionals but to organisations in every industry. Whether addressing corporate leaders, entrepreneurs or teams seeking inspiration, Stephan delivers practical strategies for embracing change, building trust and motivating people to succeed in fast-moving environments.
