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Stefan Bücke
General Manager at VDA QMC ChinaWith over two decades of experience in the automotive and technology sectors, Stefan Bücke has held leadership roles across Germany, China, Japan, and Spain, driving innovation, strategic partnerships, and cross-border collaboration. His expertise spans quality management, intelligent driving functions, e-mobility, and industrial data ecosystems.
Lily Lu
Deputy Secretary General at China Society of Automotive Engineers
Harald Bleimeister
Chairman at aBB automotive BerlinBrandenburgHarald Bleimeister is Chairman at automotive BerlinBrandenburg e.V. (aBB), the leading industry network for the mobility sector in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.
Michael Bose
Head of Internationalization at aBB automotive BerlinBrandenburgMichael Bose is the Head of Internationalization at automotive BerlinBrandenburg e.V. (aBB), the leading industry network for the mobility sector in the Berlin-Brandenburg region. With extensive experience in international business development and strategic partnerships, he plays a key role in supporting the global expansion of the region’s automotive and mobility industries.
Hui Zhang
Vice President at NIO EuropeHui Zhang is Vice President of NIO Europe and Managing Director of NIO Germany, NIO Performance Engineering (UK), and NIO Hungary. With over 20 years of cross-cultural leadership experience in China and Europe, he brings deep industry expertise in procurement, supply chain, sales, and corporate strategy. Prior to joining NIO, Hui held senior roles at VOITH, Kiekert, Lotus Cars China, and Leoni AG. Since joining NIO, he has led R&D expansion in Europe and supported the brand’s internationalization. Hui is also a Supervisory Board member at Borgers Group, Chairman of the Automotive Working Group at the China-EU Chamber of Commerce, Vice Chairman of the China (Germany) R&D Innovation Alliance, and a guest professor at Emlyon Business School.
Yiran Li
Chief Representative China at Berlin Business Desk China (BBDC)Yiran Li, the chief representative of Berlin in China, has 17 years of study and work experience in Germany and a master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Mannheim. She has served in big international corporates as well as SMEs in Germany and China with a comprehensive understanding of Germany and China, especially in the economic context. Ms. Li now actively helps companies and institutions from Berlin and China connect with each other and promote their cooperation.
Benedict Pham
Market Manager China at Berlin Business Desk China (BBDC)Benedict Pham has over 12 years of educational and professional experience in Germany and China, holding master's degrees in Business Administration as well as in Translation and Interpretation. He began his career in consulting and has worked for large MNCs as well as German SMEs with ties to China. He is now part of the Berlin Business Desk China, where he facilitates communication, cooperation, and mutual understanding between Berlin-based German and Chinese companies and institutions.
Scofield Liang
General Manager at The DriveryScofield Liang is the CEO of The Drivery China, a leading mobility innovation ecosystem. With a master's degree in new energy from the Australian National University, Scofield brings a wealth of knowledge in sustainable technologies and international business development. His leadership at The Drivery China focuses on fostering cross-border collaborations, promoting innovation, and connecting businesses with global opportunities.
Frank Song
Senior Product Development Manager at Kautex (Pinghu) Plastic TechnologyGraduated from Sun Yat-sen University with a Master's degree in Engineering Thermophysics; has extensive experience in the development of power battery thermal management systems and battery systems. Previously worked at CATL, where I established CATL capabilities in battery thermal analysis and thermal management. As the leader of the battery thermal management team at GAC Research Institute, I represented GAC in the discussion and formulation of China's national safety standards for power batteries. Joined Kautex in 2019, responsible for product development of thermoplastic composite battery enclosures in the China region.
Andreas Dirring
CFO at cogniBITAndreas Dirring, co-founder, CSO, and CFO of cogniBIT, has been an influential investor and startup mentor, with a robust business ownership background in China since 2019 and in the automotive industry since 1999. Well-connected and driven, Andreas leads the commercial and financial aspects of businesses, leveraging his extensive experience to guide cogniBIT's strategic and operational initiatives.
Timur Ripke
Co-Founder & CEO of COMAN Software GmbHTimur Ripke, co-founder and managing director of COMAN Software GmbH, is a certified computer engineer with a strong background in software development and production systems. Before founding COMAN in 2018, he contributed to numerous industrial projects at inpro Innovationsgesellschaft, collaborating with companies like Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and Siemens. As an alumnus of TU Berlin with a focus on real-time operating systems, Timur also co-authored several scientific works on digital location management, bringing both technical depth and academic rigor to COMAN’s strategic direction.
Zheng Zhang
Founder & CEO of AutoIOIn 2015, Mr. Zhang held a position at the Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and in the same year founded AutoIO. He has been deeply involved in the field of automotive electronics for over 20 years, and has previously served as project lead for core component development at major automotive companies such as SAIC, FAW, and Geely.
Jörn Hartwig
Founder and CEO of D-LABS GmbHJörn Hartwig, founder and CEO of D-LABS GmbH, is a systems engineer and early advocate of user-centered innovation in digital transformation. With a master’s degree from the Hasso Plattner Institute, he founded D-LABS in 2006 at the initiative of SAP co-founder Hasso Plattner. Drawing on his background in cybersecurity and design thinking, Jörn leads interdisciplinary teams of designers, psychologists, and engineers to create digital solutions that simplify complexity and serve real human needs.
Jay Ahn
Founder & CEO of Viniq AI Inc.Jay Ahn，Founder & CEO of Viniq AI Inc. Previously, he founded SecuGen from Stanford dorm room, the first company to develop a miniature optical fingerprint recognition system. As CEO of SecuGen, he led the commercialization of biometric technology, supplying it globally to over 100 countries.
Jason Li
Chief Technology Officer at MathWorksJason Li is the Chief Technology Officer at MathWorks China. He holds a master’s degree in Automation from Tongji University and the Technical University of Munich. As a senior engineer and Chartered Engineer (CEng) certified by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) in the UK, he has extensive experience in product development, project management, and team leadership in the fields of automotive electronics and industrial control. His expertise includes platform development, architectural design, system simulation, and testing and validation.
Carsten Vossel
CEO of CCVOSSEL GmbHCarsten Vossel is CEO of CCVOSSEL GmbH, a leading cybersecurity service provider. Under his leadership, CCVOSSEL has developed and implemented innovative strategies to address the growing threats in the digital space. Known for his industry expertise and ability to solve complex security problems, Carsten positions CCVOSSEL as a key partner in meeting new legal requirements such as the NIS2 Directive and the KRITIS Regulation.