Studied Mathematics, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering in Germany, France, and in the United States. PhD in Mathematics from Bonn University. Various Product Management- and Business Development positions in Enterprise IT-, automotive- and automation industries. Senior representative at OPC Foundation. Currently works as VP Product Marketing for Softing Industrial Automation. Responsible for the complete portfolio of Softing Industrial products and their applications in factory- and process automation. Special interest in IoT and IT driven innovation.

For over 40 years, we have been experts in the integration and optimization of digital data communication in industrial environments. Our products ensure a reliable data flow from the production level to IT as well as in edge and cloud applications. In this way, we support our customers in increasing the efficiency, reliability and security of their industrial processes. Your needs are our focus: When developing our products and solutions, we always keep the specific needs of our customers in mind. From diagnostic and network management tools to industrial gateways, as well as edge and cloud applications - our products offer flexible application options and can be scaled according to requirements. At the same time, we pay particular attention to ease of use and security. At the forefront of technological progress: Softing Industrial is actively involved in technical working groups such as PROFIBUS & PROFINET International, FieldComm Group or OPC Foundation. Our experts have contributed significantly to the development of industrial standards and helped shape current technology trends. This knowledge enables us to offer our customers innovative and future-proof products.