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I am driven by insatiable curiosity.I believe that those who stop asking questions, stop living.I believe the search for answers never ends.I believe technology can be a catalyst for positive change.Throughout my career, I have been committed to advancing transportation into the digital age while championing zero-emission solutions, all in pursuit of a better future for both humanity and our planet.As the founder and president of Sfara in the US and Germany, I have focused my attention on using machine learning and artificial intelligence within smartphones, particularly in the space of Vehicle to Everything (V2X) and both autonomous and non-autonomous driving. Today, I and in extension Sfara hold a portfolio of over 30 patents across multiple continents and stands as a pioneering force in smartphone-based safety solutions, dedicated to shaping the future and safety of transportation.In earlier chapters of my career, I held various leadership positions at Airbus, where I contributed to space-based programs like Galileo, Europe's satellite navigation system. This experience paved the way for my transition into the automotive industry at Mercedes-Benz. There, I played a pivotal role in designing and implementing new in-vehicle service businesses, drove advancements in alternative drive trains and AI based Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) in Europe and the US.As a subject matter expert on electric and hydrogen drive trains, I had the privilege of testifying before the U.S. Congress on behalf of Mercedes-Benz. Additionally, I’ve shared my insights as a featured speaker at many esteemed thought-leadership and industry events, including CES, International Electric Vehicle Symposium, Meeting of the Minds, Slate Innovation, Telematics Update, and many more.

Listed skills include Strategy, Start Ups, Automotive, Business Strategy, and 33 others.