VDMA software and digitalization
Sebastian Betzin elected as new member of the Executive Board
The VDMA Software and Digitalization Association has elected a new Executive Board. The members elected Sebastian Betzin as Chairman of the Board. His two deputies are Susanne Henkel, Managing Director of SAE Applications for Digitalization, and Dr Thomas Genßler, Managing Director at CAS Software.
Sebastian Betzin has been working in software development for over 25 years and brings expertise and industry knowledge to his new role. During his four-year term of office, he intends to focus on forward-looking technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. "My goal is to work with VDMA Software and Digitalization to drive technological development forward and set standards that will make companies competitive in the long term," says Betzin. "I am particularly keen to increase software quality and product efficiency through AI-supported software development. We should also focus more strongly on innovation and on customers and business models."
Sebastian Betzin succeeds Michael Finkler, who has successfully led the trade association for the past four years. "In Sebastian Betzin, we have gained an experienced and visionary Chairman. He will be supported by two outstanding deputies who will complete the board with their expertise. Together, they have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that digitalization holds for the mechanical and plant engineering industry," says Prof. Claus Oetter, Managing Director VDMA Software and Digitalization.
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