Lukas Haffer
About Lukas Haffer
Lukas Haffer is the CEO and Co-Founder of Cascading AI and a graduate of Stanford University, where he earned his MBA. He has a diverse background in venture capital, consulting, and social entrepreneurship, with a focus on early-stage startups in the AI and fintech sectors.
Work at Cascading AI
Lukas Haffer serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of Cascading AI, a company that operates within the AI Application Layer. He has held this position since 2023, leading the organization from San Francisco, California. Under his leadership, Cascading AI focuses on developing innovative solutions that leverage artificial intelligence technologies.
Current Role at Peterson Ventures
In addition to his role at Cascading AI, Lukas Haffer works as a VC Scout at Peterson Ventures since 2024. This position involves identifying and evaluating early-stage startups, particularly in the AI and fintech sectors. His expertise in these areas supports the venture capital firm's investment strategies.
Education and Expertise
Lukas Haffer holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Stanford University, where he studied from 2021 to 2023. He was recognized as an Arjay-Miller Scholar during his time there. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and related support services from the University of Cologne from 2013 to 2017. He also completed the Oxford FinTech Programme at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford in 2019.
Professional Background
Lukas Haffer has a diverse professional background that includes roles as Chief of Staff at Avaloq, where he worked from 2018 to 2021, and as a Banking IT Consultant at Senacor Technologies in 2018. He has also held positions in venture capital, including a Venture Capital Fellow at Bee Partners from 2022 to 2023. His experience encompasses consulting, investment, and leadership in social startups.
Engagement in AI and Banking
Lukas Haffer actively engages in discussions regarding the applications of artificial intelligence in the banking sector. He has authored articles on AI's impact in banking and published insights on Generative AI in financial services. His involvement includes discussions with over 50 banking CEOs and CTOs, highlighting his commitment to advancing AI technologies in the industry.