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IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club Special: Episode 5

10.04.2026•31:12

In the fifth and final episode of our Visionary Club Special Series—recorded live at IAA MOBILITY 2025—we sit down with Stephanie May (Director at Women Automotive Network), Mandy Böbinger (Managing Director for Czech Republic & Slovakia at Renault Trucks), Sabine Scheunert (Managing Director for Central Europe at Dassault Systèmes), and Tania Khasal (Chief Cyber Security Governance Engineer at CARIAD) to discuss how the automotive industry must reinvent itself as an employer of the future. Together, they explore the strategies needed to attract, develop, and retain talent during this era of profound transformation. The conversation centers not just on traditional skill sets, but on mindset, adaptability, and the willingness to challenge and rethink established knowledge. Our speakers share concrete insights into reskilling programs, new leadership approaches, and the vital role of corporate culture in an industry shifting from a classic manufacturing sector to a tech-driven ecosystem. Furthermore, they discuss how companies can boost their appeal—especially to the next generation of talent seeking purpose, impact, and creative freedom. A special focus is placed on empowering female professionals, the importance of networking, and how diversity and collaboration can become true competitive advantages.

IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club Special Episode 4

04.03.2026•29:31

In the fourth episode of our Visionary Club Special Series, recorded live during IAA MOBILITY 2025, Hannah Boomgarden (Open Innovation Manager at Plug and Play) moderates an engaging discussion on the future of urban mobility. Her guests are Anna Buchmann, CEO and Co-Founder of NOCA, and Frank Aldorf, Co-Founder and CIO of LEMO Future. Together, they explore strategic growth opportunities, investment potential, and emerging business models in the rapidly evolving world of micromobility and the bicycle industry. During the conversation, the speakers discuss why bicycles and e-bikes are becoming increasingly important for sustainable cities and how the market is shifting from traditional product-based business models toward data-driven platform ecosystems. Anna Buchmann explains how transparent and structured product data across the entire supply chain can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and help companies future-proof their operations. Frank Aldorf, meanwhile, shares insights on brand strategy and innovation in the cycling market—and why successful mobility solutions require more than just a great product. They also depend on a broader ecosystem that includes services, community engagement, and digital platforms. The discussion also touches on investment and partnerships within the micromobility sector. The guests examine how startups can collaborate with established companies, why strategic partnerships are essential for growth, and what role venture investors play in transforming the industry. A key focus is the question of how cities must be designed and organized in the future so that micromobility becomes the preferred mode of transport for short distances.

IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club Special: Episode 3

04.02.2026•26:41

In the third special episode of our Visionary Club podcast, recorded live at IAA MOBILITY 2025, Douglas Bolduc (Managing Editor at Automotive News Europe), Joohyung (JH) Lee (Corporate EVP and Head of the Mobile Display Business at Samsung Display), Geoffrey Bouquot (Chief Technology Officer at Audi AG), and Amy McLaughlin (President, Advanced Materials and Transportation Product Platform at 3M) explore how automotive development can keep pace with the speed of digital transformation. Together, they examine how development cycles across the industry have dramatically accelerated—and why close, early collaboration between OEMs and suppliers now determines market success or failure. From OLED displays redefining the digital user experience to materials that intelligently integrate hardware and software, and AI-driven development partnerships, the episode highlights how 3M, Samsung, and Audi are shaping a connected mobility ecosystem for the future. What will customers expect ten years from now? That question is at the heart of the conversation, offering surprising insights into the strategic and technological decisions being made by some of the industry’s leading minds. Join us for a wide-ranging discussion on multisensory experiences, software-defined vehicles, sustainable materials, and the power of collaboration.

IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club Special: Episode 2

25.12.2025•27:07

In the second episode of our exclusive Visionary Club winter special series, recorded live during the IAA Conference at IAA MOBILITY 2025, we welcome Peter Schiefer, President and CEO of the Automotive Division at Infineon Technologies AG, and Barbara Busse, foresight expert and speaker at Future+You GmbH & Co. KG. Together, they explore how advanced semiconductor technologies are becoming a decisive enabler of innovation across the mobility ecosystem — from higher efficiency and performance to resilience, safety, and sustainability. The conversation dives into the strategic role of chips in modern vehicles, the growing importance of system thinking, and why long-term foresight is essential in an industry shaped by rapid technological change and global dependencies. From power electronics and energy efficiency to future-proof mobility architectures, this episode highlights how hardware innovation, strategic vision, and technological foresight are coming together to shape a more intelligent and sustainable transportation ecosystem. A must-listen for anyone looking to understand how the smallest components are driving some of the biggest transformations in mobility.

IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club Special: Episode 1

27.11.2025•22:57

In the first episode of our exclusive winter special episodes, we welcome André Bechtold, President of SAP Industries and Experience at SAP SE, and Bradley Lord, Team Representative and Chief Communications Officer of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team. Together, they offer fascinating insights into the fast-paced world of Formula 1 — and reveal how data-driven decision-making, artificial intelligence, and precise resource management can make all the difference when you’re competing for mere milliseconds. From navigating the FIA cost cap to smart planning of component production and managing 1.5 terabytes of sensor data each race weekend, this conversation highlights how technological innovation on the track and in manufacturing seamlessly comes together. Discover how the partnership between SAP and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS is creating a new blueprint for digital efficiency and intelligent transformation — not only for motorsports, but also for OEMs, suppliers, and manufacturing companies around the world.

IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club x Dirk Adelmann, CEO of smart Europe GmbH

29.10.2025•29:48

In the fifteenth episode of the Visionary Club Podcast, our host Sarah Harman welcomes Dirk Adelmann, CEO of smart Europe GmbH. Dirk shares fascinating insights into the brand’s transformation — from its shift to an all-electric lineup and its streamlined business model to the unique German-Chinese joint venture structure between Mercedes-Benz and Geely. Together, they discuss how innovation, design excellence, and customer feedback come together to shape a future-oriented approach to mobility. Dirk also talks about smart’s pioneering role in digital services, over-the-air updates, the integration of artificial intelligence in vehicles, and the development of the new #2 — a modern reimagining of the classic two-seater designed for the urban era.