I have been working in the auto & auto racing industry one way or another my entire career. Nearly all of my projects have had something to do with high-end materials used in motorsports/automotive industry; self made design engineer in composites. After selling my first carbon fiber business to K&N air filters, I worked on and off for them from 1997-2011.I have a business selling high-end carbon fiber accessories hand made in Italy for the fashion market. www.charlesmaier.comSpecialties: I have done business around Europe and North America for the past 18 years. I have lived in Europe/Netherlands for nearly 5 years and speak roughly 4 languages. I have been to nearly every BIG race event on the planet. I know racing, composites and international business as I have conducted business in roughly 20 countries.I find myself networking businesses and resources now in the Bay Area.