ZEISS

QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT

The Future of Metrology

October 22-24, 2024 - Live in Berlin

Embark on a Journey to the Future of Metrology

Innovation at high speed. Be part of this captivating three-day journey at the inaugural ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, taking place at the famous FUNKHAUS in Berlin, Germany, from October 22-24, 2024.

The ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT is the premier metrology event in 2024, offering the latest in cutting-edge technology in metrology of today and tomorrow. It provides industry leaders and innovators a platform to share ideas, innovations, and gain insights into global manufacturing trends.

Key opinion leaders, executives, and decision-makers from renowned companies worldwide will be your fellow passengers on our journey into the future of metrology. Along the tracks of innovation, you’ll explore important topics such as decarbonization, automation, digitalization, artificial intelligence, and more. An inspiring and insightful agenda is waiting for you. The summit features an all-day conference program with inspiring keynote speakers, interactive sessions with deep dives into industry-specific manufacturing trends and several opportunities for networking with industry peers. Throughout your journey, you’ll have the opportunity to explore several exhibits at the accompanying exhibition area, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in quality assurance and manufacturing on more than 2,000 square meters.

With extensive opportunities for networking, the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT will take you on a journey where you can build meaningful connections within a global community of innovators, exchange best-practices amongst peers, and gain further insights about the future of metrology.

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About the Event

Location

3-day event at the stunning TEMPODROM and the historical FUNKHAUS venues in Berlin, Germany.

Time Schedule

Your journey starts with an Opening Event at the TEMPODROM with Keynotes on Tuesday, October 22, followed by an all-day conference program & expo at the FUNKHAUS with concluding evening program on Wednesday, and ends on Thursday, October 24, 2024 after lunch.

Audience / Attendees

Network with a global community of approx. 1,500 innovators like other key opinion leaders, executives, and thought-leaders from around the world.

Conference Program

The ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT will feature an impressive conference program with more than 50 thought leaders and innovators. Join the sessions from Prof. Dr. Holger Reinecke (B. Braun Aesculap AG), Dr. Silke Maurer (MTU Aero Engines), Dr. Elias Knubben (Festo SE & Co. KG), Kevin Nolan (GE Appliances), and more and learn about future trends like AI or digitalization in different industries. In addition, industry speakers like Dr. Achim Schwan (Volkswagen AG), Nikolai Zaepernick (EOS GmbH) or Annemarie Große Frie (Siemens AG) will discuss the latest innovations and trends in their respective segments.

Expo

2,000 m² exhibition area

Experience state-of-the-art metrology and innovations for industrial quality assurance, learn how to solve existing challenges and gain more insight into processes. 

More than 60 exhibits

Discover how ZEISS technologies and software modernize manufacturing processes with AI, automation, digitalization, and much more to help achieve decarbonization goals.

Over 10 new product launches

Innovations will be launched at the summit! You can expect new products in the fields of CMM, 3D X-ray, industrial microscopy, and software.

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Speaker

Opening Event

Dr. Jörg Burzer 
Member of the Board of Management
Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Production, Quality & Supply Chain Management 

Dr. Jörg Burzer was born 1970 in Nuremberg. After his university entrance exam, Dr. Jörg Burzer studied engineering at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg and obtained a degree as a certified engineer in 1996, followed by a doctoral degree in engineering the year 2000. He joined the former Daimler-Chrysler AG in 1999.

Dr. Jörg Burzer has been a member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG – now Mercedes-Benz Group AG – since December 1, 2021. He is in charge of the Production, Quality and Supply Chain Management Division, overseeing the global production network, which includes around 30 vehicle, powertrain and battery locations, as well as worldwide logistics.

Mike Walsh 
CEO of Tomorrow & Futurist Keynote Speaker
Tomorrow 

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Mike Walsh is the CEO of Tomorrow, a global consultancy on designing companies for the 21st century. For the past twenty years, he has been a leading authority on disruptive innovation, digital transformation and new ways of thinking. A global nomad from a diverse ethnic background, futurist and author of three bestselling books, Mike advises some of the world’s biggest organizations on reinvention and change in this new era of machine intelligence. A specialist in AI-powered transformation, he bridges the two worlds of disruptive technology and business leadership, translating deep tech into pragmatic recommendations for leaders to seize new opportunities, transform their organizations, and change their own thinking.

Dr. Marc Wawerla 
CEO
ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions

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Marc Wawerla studied mechanical engineering at KIT in Karlsruhe and received his PhD from the Institute of Production Science.

Since 2010 he has been working for the ZEISS Group. Marc contributed in several international leadership positions amongst others as the Head of ZEISS Vision Care India, COO and CTO of ZEISS Vision Care as well as Digital Transformation Officer for ZEISS Consumer Markets.

Keynotes

Prof. Dr. Holger Reinecke
Member of the Executive Board R&D & RA
B. Braun Aesculap AG

Prof. Dr. Holger Reinecke completed his study in chemistry with a doctorate in 1990. Afterwards he joined STEAG microParts GmbH, a start-up innovating and commercializing microsystem technology. From 2004 to 2014, he held the professorship for process technology at the University of Freiburg and simultaneously headed the Hahn-Schickard Institute in Villingen-Schwenningen. 2014, he stepped back into business as CEO at SCHÖLLY Fiberoptic GmbH. Since July 2022, he has been a member of the Executive Board of B. Braun Aesculap AG with responsibility for R&D and RA.

Till Oberwörder
CEO
Daimler Buses

Till Oberwörder is CEO of Daimler Buses. He started with the company in 1998 when it was still DaimlerChrysler AG after graduating in business administration. After several management positions within the company, he was appointed President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Ceská Republika in the Czech Republic (2006), became responsible for Sales at Mercedes-Benz Vans in Germany (2011) and was appointed Head of Marketing, Sales and Aftersales at Daimler Buses and Director Sales at EvoBus GmbH (2012). In July 2015 Till Oberwörder was Head of Marketing, Sales and Services Mercedes-Benz Trucks. Since 2018, he has been CEO of Daimler Buses.

Andreas Schierenbeck 
CEO Hitachi Energy, Co-Founder HH2E
Hitachi Energy

Andreas Schierenbeck is the CEO of Hitachi Energy since July 1, 2024. Also Co-founder of HH2E, a pioneering green energy venture in Germany. Targeting 4 GW of electrolyzer capacity by 2030, HH2E’s inaugural large-scale unit in Lubmin aims to commence production by mid 2026. Schierenbeck is also a member of the German National Hydrogen council, and before HH2E has spearheaded transformative strategies at Siemens, Thyssenkrupp, and Uniper.

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Fangqin Zeng 
CEO
Lingyi iTech (Guangdong) Company

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Ms. Fangqin Zeng is the founder of Lingyi iTech (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. and general manager of the Company, and chairwoman of the Board of Directors.

Ms. Zeng has rich experience in business, management, and the smart manufacturing sector. In May 2006, she founded Triumph Lead Electronic Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., and in July 2012, she founded Lingyi Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. The company went public in 2018 on the A-share capital market under the stock name Lingyi iTech (Guangdong) Co., Ltd., and the stock code 002600.

Maggie Chen 
Founder & CEO
Jiangsu Reliance Energy Tech. Co., Ltd.

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Maggie Chen is the founder & CEO of Reliance Energy, a company who is committed to be a leading provider of tabless cylindrical Li-ion cells and solutions for the global market. In 2022, inspired by the new tabless technology’s change to industry, she started founding Reliance Energy.

Kevin Nolan 
President & CEO
GE Appliances, a Haier company

Kevin Nolan, a seasoned engineer with over 30 patents and a 35-year career at GE and GE Appliances, is passionate about innovation, entrepreneurship and change management. As CEO, he led GE Appliances to become the number one appliance company in the U.S. Kevin co-founded FirstBuild, the first corporate makerspace. In 2023, he opened CoCreate, a hub for innovation and community engagement. Kevin is a UConn Academy of Distinguished Engineers inductee and received an honorary doctorate from the University of Louisville in 2022. In his spare time, Kevin’s an avid clockmaker.

Stephan Stass
Executive Vice President and CTO of Vehicle Motion
Robert Bosch GmbH

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Stephan Stass was born on September 20, 1969 in Landstuhl, Germany. He studied Telecommunications Engineering at the University of Kaiserslautern.
He joined Robert Bosch GmbH in 1998 and held various positions in development and product management for ABS, ASR and ESP. From 2008 to 2012, he was Head of Development for Bosch Japan, Chassis Systems Control, responsible for the development of ABS, ESP and motorcycle ABS.
Back in Germany in 2013, Mr. Stass was Head of System and Advance Development until 2014. He was also responsible for the topic of “highly automated driving” at Bosch. From October 2014 to August 2018, Stephan Stass was Senior Vice President of the Driver Assistance Systems business unit in the Chassis Systems Control, Driver Assistance Systems division. In September 2018, he was appointed to the divisional board of Chassis Systems Control (now Vehicle Motion) as Executive Vice President, responsible for VM Engineering.

Dr. Zhe Shi 
CDO
Foxconn Technology Group

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Zhe Shi, Doctor of Mechanical Engineering, Center for Intelligent Maintenance Systems (IMS), University of Cincinnati. Currently, he is the chief digital officer of Foxconn Technology Group and Smart Manufacturing Platform Lead. He leads digital transformation and smart manufacturing activities internally. Before joining the group, Dr. Zhe Shi was the co-founder of Beijing Tianze Zhiyun Technology Co., Ltd. (CyberInsight), responsible for solutions and strategic key customers.

Dr. Zhe Shi participated in the research and development of industrial intelligent projects and intelligent systems in rail transit, wind power generation, manufacturing, ship transportation and other industries. At present, Dr. Zhe Shi is mainly committed to the digital transformation of electronic manufacturing industry and the implementation of intelligent manufacturing projects, including mold processing, large-scale machining, PCBA and large-scale assembly.

Charlotte Finger 
Managing Director
Maschinenfabrik Mönninghoff GmbH & Co. KG + Chemnitzer Zahnradfabrik GmbH und Co. KG 

Charlotte Finger has been a managing partner of Maschinenfabrik Mönninghoff and Chemnitzer Zahnradfabrik since 2015. Both companies have reinvented themselves several times in their more than 100-year history and are now typical hidden champions in the development and manufacture of customer-specific drive technology for mechanical and plant engineering.

She studied International Business Administration at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management before working at RWTH Aachen University. She is involved in several VDMA committees, is a curator of Fraunhofer IPA, co-published the book Generation Responsibility and was named “Top 40 under 40” by Capital Magazin in 2021.

Nikolai Zaepernick
CSO, Managing Director
EOS GmbH

Nikolai Zaepernick holds global responsibility for the global business of EOS, the world leader in industrial 3D printing. As Managing Director, he oversees regional organizational units, including sales, service, and application development. Previously, he served as Chief Business Officer (CBO), responsible for the development of systems, software, metal, and polymer materials, as well as product digitalization. Nikolai has been with EOS since 2011. He began his career at EOS as VP Strategy and Business Development, before taking on the role of managing the EOS business in Central Europe.
Prior to his tenure at EOS, he spent over a decade at Siemens in various operational roles, ultimately serving as VP Strategy for the Drive Technologies division. He started his professional career with the Swiss company Cartier.
Nikolai Zaepernick holds a degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA.

Dr. Georg Geier
Managing Director
Siempelkamp Gießerei

Dr. Georg Geier is Managing Director of the Siempelkamp Giesserei in Krefeld, Germany, one of the biggest hand mold foundries in the world for cast iron parts up to 320 to. He holds a Ph.D. in cast iron metallurgy from the University of Leoben, Austria. Before his current engagement he worked various technical and management positions in medium-sized companies in the foundry and manufacturing industry. Dr. Geier is a profound expert in metallurgy, manufacturing technologies as well as business development and digitalisation.

Dr. Timo Bernthaler 
Managing Director
Matworks GmbH – Materials Engineering Solutions

Timo Bernthaler is a materials engineer graduated from Aalen University and PhD from University of New South Wales, Sydney. He is member of the management board of the Materials Research Institute Aalen at Aalen University. In 2019 he became managing director of Matworks GmbH – Materials Engineering Solutions – a company within the Steinbeis Enterprise for industrial technology transfer. Expertises are the development and characterization of structural and functional materials.

Dr. Silke Maurer
COO
MTU Aero Engines

Dr. Silke Maurer has served on the MTU Executive Board as Chief Operating Officer (COO) since February 2023. Her responsibilities include Purchasing, Production, Assembly, and Quality. Before joining the MTU Executive Board, Maurer—who has a degree in mechanical engineering—was Chief Operating Officer at BSH Appliances. Prior to that, she held various management positions at BMW in Germany and abroad. Since 2021, she has also been a member of the supervisory board at Bilfinger SE.

Dipl.-Ing. Konstantin Tomilin
COO
HyImpulse Technologies GmbH

Konstantin Tomilin is the Chief Operating Officer at Hyimpulse. He obtained a diploma in aerospace engineering from the University of Stuttgart in 2014. His expertise encompasses diverse rocket systems, including recovery systems, hybrid propulsion systems, and airframes, specifically sounding rockets. As the COO, he is responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of the organization.

Dr. Berthold Schmidt
Member of the Managing Board and CTO
TRUMPF SE + Co. KG

Berthold Schmidt studied physics with a diploma degree from University of Würzburg, Master degree from SUNY Albany, while receiving his PhD from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) in the field of tunable semiconductor laser diodes. Since 2013 he’s part of the TRUMPF group, where he was active in various roles. In July 2023 he was appointed to the TRUMPF board acting as CTO.

Dr. Elias Knubben
Vice President Research & Innovation
Festo SE & Co. KG

Dr. Elias Knubben is Vice President and Head of Corporate Research and Innovation. This area covers research and advance development for automation solutions in the field of factory and process automation.

It also includes Future Concepts, which deals with levitation under the term SupraMotion, and the biology-inspired projects of Festo’s Bionic Learning Network.

In the Bionic Learning Network, an association of Festo with renowned universities, institutes and development companies, natural principles provide new impulses for technical applications and industrial practice.

Numerous projects that have emerged from this network have been awarded innovation and/or design prizes, such as IF Gold Awards, and have also been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art, among other places.

After his apprenticeship as a metalworker with the steel sculptor Prof. Erich Hauser, he studied industrial design at the Academy of Fine Arts in Stuttgart and completed his doctorate under Prof. Werner Sobek at the Institute for Lightweight Construction and Design (ILEK) at the University of Stuttgart.

J.J. Wei 
Vice President of Quality Center
Quanta Computer Inc.

Mr. J.J. Wei is currently responsible for the Corporate Quality of Quanta Computer Inc. He is the engineering and quality masters in Automotive Electronics, AI Server, and Telecom Electronics. Through his leadership, Quanta currently is the global biggest ADAS system suppliers and AI server suppliers.

J.J. is also in charge of Quanta global quality system development. With high efficiency management, he successfully built up strong and irreplaceable value chain for Quanta global expansion.

Holger Schmidt 
Corporate Vice President Quality (CQO)
Siemens Healthineers

Holger Schmidt joined Siemens AG in 1990 after completing his industrial engineering and management studies and moved to what is now Siemens Healthineers AG in 1994. Holger Schmidt worked in leadership roles in supply chain management, marketing, and product management, as well as in management functions in systems, IT, and project business from Germany and the USA. He has headed the quality function at Siemens Healthineers since 2013.

Annemarie Große Frie 
Senior Vice President – Head of Sense & Act
Siemens AG

Annemarie Große Frie studied physics at MIT and political science at the University of Oxford. She worked as a consultant at The Boston Consulting Group and has been with Siemens since 2013. She initially worked in sustainability and corporate strategy, followed by leading global research and pre-development at the corporate level for technologies like power electronics, digital energy systems, and additive manufacturing. As of October 2023, she heads the Sense & Act business segment in Digital Industries, focusing on shaping the future of industrial operations.

Jörn Schmücker
Senior Vice President
Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG

Joern Schmuecker brings nearly two decades of experience in the energy industry. As a seasoned leader, he has held various management positions at Siemens Energy since 2005. His accomplishments include successfully executing major business turnarounds, optimizing operations, and ensuring long-term sustainability. In his current role as Senior Vice President for Gas Services Central, Joern is profit and loss responsible for the global Large Gas New Unit and Service business.

Dr. Matthias Töfke
Head of Manufacturing and Technology
ThyssenKrupp Rothe Erde

Dr. Matthias Töfke studied mechanical engineering at Otto von Guericke University in Magdeburg and graduated in 2007 with a degree in engineering. He began his professional career at Thyssenkrupp Rothe Erde GmbH, where he held various positions, including Head of Production. He has been Head of Manufacturing Technology & Process Engineering since 2018. Alongside his career, he completed his doctorate in 2014.

Dr. Jens Vrenegor
Head of 3D Metrology, Technology Development
Doncasters Precision Castings – Bochum GmbH

Dr. Jens Vrenegor studied physics at the RWTH Aachen from 1996 to 2001. From 2001 to 2007 he worked as a research assistant at the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology in Aachen. Since 2007 Dr. Jens Vrenegor works at Doncasters Precision Castings GmbH – Bochum. He focused on optical 3D metrology and automation of testing and manufacturing processes, casting simulations, data science and testing of AI methods.

Bill Ruth
Vice President Sales and Marketing – North America
Röchling Medical

Bill Ruth has over twenty years of sales management experience exclusively focused on contract manufacturing of medical devices. He is currently Vice President of Sales and Marketing-North America at Röchling Medical. Prior to this role he led the B2B sales organization at B. Braun Medical OEM.

Röchling Medical is a full-service manufacturer of complex medical devices for the surgical, pharmaceutical and diagnostics markets. The North American business has expertise producing quality ophthalmic products and holds a strong competence in the manufacturing of electro-surgical components for robotic and minimally invasive procedures.

Dr. Danny Krautz
CDO
CeramTec GmbH

Dr. Danny Krautz is currently responsible for the global digital transformation as CDO at CeramTec after holding positions at ZEISS, hy, ICFO and Fraunhofer. His current focus is on data analysis using machine learning, cloud infrastructure and process automation. Dr. Danny Krautz has a background in information technology and a PhD in electronics engineering.

Anil Patil 
CQO
Sansera Engineering Ltd.

Currently serving as the Chief Quality Officer at Sansera Engineering Limited, Mr. Anil Patil is a highly experienced professional with 22 years of expertise in Quality Management and Operations Excellence in the automotive industry. His experience carries his work with five of the leading automotive players from India and also has a strong background in leading quality functions. Anil holds an MBA in Operations Management and Supervision from the Indian Institute of Business Management and Studies, along with Professional Degree in Automotive Engineering. He has been recognized for his contributions, by winning the ACES Award twice and four other OEM awards. With his deep understanding of quality management and operations in the automotive industry, Mr. Patil is an Integral member of the Sansera Engineering limited.

Dave Leone
Senior Director, Digital & Dimensional Engineering
GE Appliances, a Haier company

Dave Leone is a visionary engineer leading digital transformation at GE Appliances. With a passion for advancing digital product development, Dave is at the forefront of revolutionizing the tools, people, and processes that drive innovation across the business. He has been pivotal in global implementation of industry-leading 3D metrology and digital engineering tools—launching a groundbreaking approach to dimensional management that has dramatically improved precision and efficiency, shaped the company’s approach to digital product and process development, and positioned GE Appliances as an industry leader. Dave holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Louisville. Prior to joining GE Appliances, he worked as a Design Engineer in the machine tool and automotive industries.

Dr.-Ing. Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. Ulrike Beyer
Head of Referenzfabrik.H2
Fraunhofer IWU Chemnitz

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Dr.-Ing. Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. Ulrike Beyer has been the Head of Reference Factory.H2 since January 2023 as a business field and value creation community for hydrogen system production. Her primary objective is to coordinate and conceptualize new production solutions for the industrial mass production of components for hydrogen systems used in electrolysis and fuel cells. The goal is to not only emphasize the importance of hydrogen in climate policy but also to create sustainable value for the future and support the energy transition.

Ping Chang 
Head of Foxconn Central Lab
Foxconn Technology Group

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Mr. Ping Chang is currently responsible for the operation and management of the HuaNan Testing Center of Foxconn Group. After graduating from Chiao Tung University, he subsequently obtained a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Central University. His majors include precision measurement, digital image measurement, image processing & pattern recognition, mechanical design, quality engineering and other technologies. He once worked at the Taiwan Automotive Research Testing Center and was responsible for the research and development of vehicle braking system testing technology. He later worked for Premier Technology Group, responsible for inspection and testing of optical components and digital imaging products, failure analysis and quality engineering, and establishing lens MTF testing capabilities. Established the internal quality system of the corporation; currently works for Foxconn corporation, and has led the establishment of HALT(highly accelerated life test)laboratory, home appliance certification testing laboratory, and thermal management laboratory; designed the automatic line for real-time collection of full data of the ECIM process and established big data of process parameters accordingly Model; lead the promotion of laboratory digital transformation, establish laboratory process management systems, data networking systems, and automatic report generation systems; and continue to promote laboratory digitalization and automation technologies to the corporation’s regional laboratories around the world to achieve stability and efficiency , Provincial laboratory management objectives.

Dr. Jonathan Krauß 
Head of Department Digitalization of Battery Cell Production
Fraunhofer FFB

Digitalization offers a unique opportunity to increase efficiency and sustainability in battery production. As head of department, Dr. Jonathan Krauß is responsible for the digitalization in battery production at the Fraunhofer FFB. This includes the strategic planning, roll-out, and orchestration of Fraunhofer’s own fully digitalized large-scale battery factories. Furthermore, he supported companies in their digital transformation in dozens of consultation and research projects.

Sebastian Türk 
Head of Product Quality Manufacturing and Methods
Rolls Royce Solutions

Dr.-Ing. Sebastian Türk has been deputy head of the product quality department at the Stationary BU at Rolls Royce Solutions since 2022. He previously headed a team in quality management and worked as a certification engineer. He also taught aerospace related topics at the DHBW in Ravensburg for many years, focusing on aerodynamics. He earned his doctorate in numerical calculation methods in mechanical engineering at the Technical University of Darmstadt.

Daisy-Aurora Toro-Cerrato 
Head of Corporate Quality Operations Methods
Festo SE & Co. KG

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Daisy Toro is an experienced expert in quality management and process optimization. She holds an MBA in European Management and a B.Eng in Industrial Engineering. She has been working at Festo since 2011 and has continuously developed her expertise in the areas of measuring procedures, quality planning and process optimization.

In her role as Head of Corporate Quality Operations Methods at Festo, she is responsible for the effective coordination of expert teams in the area of metrology. Their primary goal is to implement highly precise and efficient measuring methods for the production processes and to establish the standards for the qualification of the production processes in all Festo factories.

Roland Ziltener 
Plant Director
Starrag AG

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Roland has been with Starrag AG for over 23 years, specializing in industrial production within the aerospace and turbine sectors. In 2009, after a groundbreaking investment in ZEISS metrology machinery. Starrag AG reinforced its position as a state-of-the-art aerospace supplier of blades, blisks, impellers, casings, and aerostructures. From 2016 to 2023, Roland headed up quality management as an assurance leader, and since September 2023, he has been responsible for the plant in Rorschacherberg.

Dr.-Ing. Oliver Gossel
Head of Machine Sales
Röders GmbH

Dr.-Ing. Oliver Gossel has studied production technology at the TUHH in Hamburg, where he also received his doctorate in the field of accuracy of industrial robots. In 1996, he started at Röders as a development engineer, was head of development for several years and in 2006 took over the management of sales in the area of mechanical engineering and has also been an authorized officer of Röders GmbH since 01.01.2020.

Erik Poulsen
Medical Segment Market Manager
GF Machining Solutions 

Originally from the United States, Erik has a degree in mechanical engineering as well as a MBA (McGill University). He started his career working in machine design and project management, converting to later sales and sales management, business development, and strategy. He has over 30 years of experience in providing solutions for the manufacture of medical devices. Since 2018 he has been responsible for development of the medical market for GF Machining Solutions.

Dr. Achim Schwan
Head of Meisterbock & Cubing
Volkswagen AG

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Born in 1968, Dr. Schwan studied mechanical engineering and obtained a doctorate in quality management and measurement technology. Since 1999 he held leading positions at Volkswagen in various locations such as Wolfsburg, Zwickau, Setubal (Portugal). Since 2020 Dr. Schwan is Head of Meisterbock and Cubing in Wolfsburg. He is also technically responsible for metrology within the brand Volkswagen.

Francisco Garcia Ferré
Head of Unit – Materials
Newcleo

Francisco Garcia Ferre is a global R&D management professional, with 15 years’ experience leading academic and industrial innovation at CEA, IIT, ABB and newcleo.

Bin Wang 
Quality Director
Shenzhen Everwin Precision Technology Co., Ltd.

Mr. Bin Wang owned Master’s degree in Engineering Thermal Physics and boasts over eight years of esteemed service as the Quality Function Leader at Everwin. Throughout his tenure, he has adeptly managed and supervised a multi-disciplinary quality team, encompassing quality engineering, measurement, auditing, and traceability functions.

His extensive quality control expertise spans diverse product portfolios, encompassing sapphires, glass components, and metal cases for both phones and laptops.

Furthermore, Mr. Wang played a pivotal role in establishing the company’s first CNAS-accredited laboratory, which boasts robust capabilities in Failure Analysis (FA) and Ongoing Reliability Testing (ORT), significantly enhancing Everwin’s quality assurance capabilities.

Andrew Sargisson 
Regional Sales Director BU MED
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag

Andrew Sargisson’s 37-year career in the plastics industry has been primarily dedicated to the medical sector for over 30 years. He has developed a comprehensive understanding of medical consumables and drug delivery device manufacturing, which includes proficiency in injection molding machinery, tooling, hot runners, robots, automation, as well as qualification and validation processes

Paolo Bovero  
Technical & Sales Director Automotive Division
Fondital

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Teksid 2000-2009 / FCA Advance Manufactruing 2009 – 2011 / Nemak 2011 – 2020 / Fondital from 2020

Giampietro Campanerut 
Manufacturing System Engineering Manager
Pietro Rosa TBM

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Giampietro has been working in automation and special machine development, process improvement, integration of new technologies, and innovation for 25 years.

Davide Loiacono, PhD
Materials Scientist
Newcleo

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Davide Loiacono, an expert in radiation-resistant coatings, has a PhD in Nuclear Science from Politecnico di Milano and academic backgrounds in Nuclear Engineering and Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology. He has furthered his expertise at MIT and Argonne National Lab and is dedicated to scientific communication.

Jorgen Holm 
Specialist Measuring Technology 
SIEMENS Energy AB

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Before starting at Siemens Energy in 2005 (Siemens Industrial Turbomachinery AB at that time), Jorgen Holm worked at Whirlpool Corp. as a quality engineer for many years. His career at Siemens began in quality control for compressor blades and vanes. During the years he has had many different roles, all related to quality control and quality assurance. Since November 2021 he is a Specialist in measuring technology.

Rajesh Mekkat 
Cell R&D
OLA Cell Technologies Private Limited

Rajesh Mekkat is the Senior Director – Ola Battery Innovation Centre from year 2020 leading research on materials, safety and process improvements in Lithium Cell manufacturing. Heading R& D, Mr. Mekkat is leading a multidisciplinary team of 250+ scientists and engineers in developing next-generation lithium-ion cells, focusing on the growing E mobility market in India. Being the leading player in India OLA revolutionized the EV market with Scooters and Bike offerings creating a new Segment and driving changes in adaptability of personal electric vehicles.

After finishing his master’s in chemistry from Cochin University of Science and Technology, Mr. Mekkat honed his skills in National and International Auto and Government Research organizations, Li cell players before settling down as the Head of R&D at OLA electric. With 15+ years of experience in the field of Lithium lon Cell Development and having contributed in 70+ patents and 3 Publications to his credit, he has a passion for innovation and sustainability.

Mr. Mekkat has dedicated his career to pushing the boundaries of lithium-ion technology, driving transformative changes in the energy landscape. Currently, he is working in the innovative use of advanced materials, including cathode, anode and novel electrolytes, to improve the efficiency and longevity of lithium-ion cells.

Matthew Hall
Lead Operations Metrologist
Materials Solutions – A Siemens Energy Business

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Matthew Hall joined Materials Solutions in 2013 as the business’s first quality inspector and has progressed through various roles while developing the metrology department from a low volume R&D environment to a state-of-the-art production facility, utilising innovative techniques to optimise dimensional inspection and process control for the additive manufacturing process.

Alessandro Chivilò
Quality Engineering Manager
Pietro Rosa TBM

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Alessandro has worked In the International aerospace and energy Industry for 22 years, gaining experience In engineering, metrology, quality control, and systems. As a Six Sigma Master Black Belt, he manages data-driven organizational and continuous Improvement activities based on analytics.

Colley Hwang
Chairman
DIGITIMES

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Colley Hwang is highly respected in the field of semiconductor analysis. With years of experience and expertise, he is also a renowned author providing profound insights into the ever-evolving ICT industry. Colley has made significant contributions not only through his writing but also through commissioned research for notable companies such as Microsoft, Panasonic, and Applied Materials. Additionally, he has provided advisory services to governments in countries including India and Thailand, showcasing his dedication to the industry. Colley frequently receives invitations to visit science parks and industry hubs across the Asia-Pacific region, further enhancing his expertise in the field.

Dr. Rukun Yang 
Chairman
Shenzhen Geesun Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd

Dr. Rukun Yang is the Founder and Chairman of Shenzhen Geesun Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd, a strategic partner with ZEISS. As the international IEC/TC23/SC23K expert and SAC/TC159 expert, he has senior research and rich practical experience in the fields of industrial robots, lithium battery manufacturing, and lithium battery equipment manufacturing.For more than 18 years, he has organized and established the design, research and development, and manufacturing of lithium-ion power battery production line equipment, and has made innovative breakthroughs in lithium-ion battery laser notching, winding, stacking, assembly manufacturing, filling, and formation equipment technology. It solves the key core problems of lithium-ion battery production equipment and contributes to the development of China’s lithium battery industry.

Dipl.-Ing. Edwin Blum 
Research Associate
Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)

Edwin Blum is a research associate at the wbk Institute of Production Science at KIT. His work is dedicated to the development of novel machine learning algorithms for problems in industrial computed tomography. He focuses on approaches based on Implicit Neural Representations and Physics Guided Neural Networks. Among other things, he is working on a method for AI-based simulation of industrial CTs.

Benjamin Beverborg
Strategic Account Manager
Schöttli AG a Husky Company

Benjamin Beverborg is working for 5 years with Schöttli AG the Husky Medical Centre of Excellence in Switzerland, where he’s responsible for the Account Management of their strategic accounts in Europe as well as some Key Accounts on a global basis, taking care of for all commercial as well as technical matters. Before Benjamin Beverborg joined Husky he was working as a mechanical engineer in the development of technical plastic parts in the automotive industry. Back in the days he started his carrier as a mold maker and he’s looking back with pleasure on more than 20 years of experience in the plastics industry.

Stéphane Monod 
Senior Quality Engineer
Smith+Nephew

Stéphane Monod has been working for Smith & Nephew for 7 years as a quality engineer in the field of manufacturing quality. With a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, he has extensive technical training and experience. He has also collaborated with other departments in the company to implement innovative technologies that have moved the company forward in the industry.

Harald Langhorst
Quality Engineer
Stevanato Group Germany

After graduating as a tool & die maker, Harald Langhorst spent 20 years gaining experience in the operational area of tool technology and plastic injection molding. Following his apprenticeship as a technician engineering, he changed into measurement technology, quality engineering and quality management. Harald Langhorst has mainly gained his experience in the automotive and medical technology sectors.

Patrick Peifer 
Metrologist
Siemens Energy

In 2014, Patrick Peifer started working in quality assurance after completing his training. At the beginning of his career, he measured small parts for bearings and burners using manual measuring equipment. At the same time, he completed a correspondence course to become a mechanical engineer. He then expanded his expertise in optical metrology. Since then, he has been part of the special metrology team and is responsible for special measurements throughout the gas turbine plant. They support production with assembly steps and engineering with problem analysis.

Highlights

Conference

Join leading keynote speakers and global industry experts when they share insights on latest trends and innovations of the manufacturing industry of the future.

Expo

Explore cutting-edge metrology technology and innovations in quality assurance on an accompanying exhibition area of more than 2,000 m².

Innovations

Exchange with thought-leaders from different industries on forward thinking topics like AI, automation, decarbonization, digitalization, innovations in manufacturing, and more

Ticket

750*
  •  

Early-Bird Ticket

375*
  • valid until July 31, 2024.

Regular Ticket

750*
  • valid from August 1, 2024.

Seats are limited. 

Tickets can only be purchased on this website. Payment will be due after your event registration. The following payment methods are available: credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express) and bank transfer. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the venue.

Berlin is the capital city of Germany and one of the most vibrant and fascinating cities in Europe. Situated in the northeast of the country, Berlin is a city steeped in history, culture, and innovation. Today, Berlin is a thriving metropolis that attracts visitors from all over the world with its rich history, diverse culture, and modern cosmopolitan flair.

The FUNKHAUS in Berlin, Germany, is a historic broadcasting complex with a storied past. Constructed in the 1950s, it originally served as the headquarters for East German radio broadcasting and later became the home for the public broadcaster of reunified Germany. Today, it has evolved into a vibrant center for creative and cultural endeavors, hosting an array of events, concerts, and exhibitions year-round.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

General Information

The ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT is the leading event in 2024 that showcases the latest trends and innovations in metrology and quality assurance. It aims to be the premier event in these fields, providing a platform where industry leaders can gather to share ideas and innovations. The summit will feature a conference with top-level speakers and interactive sessions, an expansive expo area covering over 2000 square meters, and various opportunities for networking. This event is designed for leading professionals and enthusiasts in the metrology and quality assurance sectors, offering them a space to learn about new technologies, exchange ideas, and build connections within the industry.

The ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT will take place live in Berlin from October 22 to 24, 2024.

The summit kicks-off with an opening event on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the TEMPODROM in Möckernstraße 10, 10963 Berlin. The opening event starts at 6:00 pm with a flying dinner and get-together, followed by an impressive opening show at around 7:30 pm (ending at around 9:30 pm).

The conference program and the Expo will take place on Wednesday, 23 October and Thursday, 24 October in the historic FUNKHAUS at Nalepastraße 18, 12459 Berlin. The event ends on October 24 at around 2:00 pm.

To facilitate transportation and because parking is not available at these venues, the organizers will provide shuttle services between all designated hotels and the event locations. Attendees are encouraged to use these shuttles for convenience and ease of access to the summit’s activities.

The ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT in Berlin is set to welcome approximately 1,500 attendees, including key opinion leaders, executives, and decision-makers from diverse industries worldwide. These participants are professionals committed to advancing quality control and quality assurance within their fields. The summit offers a unique opportunity for these industry leaders to engage with peers, explore new innovations, and participate in discussions that shape the future of metrology and quality assurance. This gathering not only highlights the importance of quality and precision in various sectors but also emphasizes the global community’s drive towards continuous improvement and innovation in these critical areas.

The ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT is structured around two main components: the Expo and the Conference. At the heart of the Conference are keynote presentations and expert-led sessions tailored to meet the interests and needs of diverse audiences of industry leaders. These sessions will delve into the latest trends, challenges, and advancements in quality control and metrology.

In addition to the formal agenda, the summit emphasizes networking, providing numerous opportunities for attendees to connect with peers, experts, and potential collaborators. These networking sessions are strategically scheduled throughout the conference and expo days and are especially prominent during the evening programs, which are designed to facilitate relaxed and engaging interactions among participants.

Furthermore, the summit will provide a variety of food and beverage options, catering to diverse tastes and preferences.

At the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, English will be the main language for all sessions. Given the international nature of the audience, the Summit will also offer translation services in multiple languages to ensure accessibility and understanding of the content for all participants. Spanish, German, Mandarin, Korean and Japanese translations will be available for the conference.

Registration

To purchase a ticket, visit the official Tickets section on the summit’s website and complete the registration process. 

Tickets for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT will not be available for purchase at the venue. To ensure your attendance, it is important that you register online and buy your ticket online. Make sure to complete this process ahead of time to avoid missing out on the event.

Regular for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT are priced at 750€. For more details, visit the Tickets section.

When purchasing a ticket for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, please indicate whether you would like to book a hotel room directly at the event conditions or not (optional). We will check your registration as soon as possible. You will then receive an e-mail confirming your participation in the event as well as the hotel confirmation and corresponding payment instructions. Please note that the event fee and the hotel are split into two different invoices but can be paid in one amount. In regard to payment, you can either use the online payment link contained in the e-mail to pay directly via credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express) or by bank transfer to the bank account specified in the respective invoice.

Tickets for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT are personalized and non-refundable, which means each ticket is specifically linked to the individual who registered for it. If you find that you are unable to attend the event after purchasing a ticket, you do have the option to nominate a substitute attendee. This substitution must be made no later than September 25th. It’s important to handle this change by the specified date to ensure that the new attendee can be properly registered and gain access to the summit.

If the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT is canceled by ZEISS for any reason, all ticket holders will receive a full refund. This ensures that attendees can make their purchases with confidence, knowing they will not be at financial risk should the event not proceed as planned.

Travels & Accommodation

Traveling to Berlin for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT offers several convenient options depending on your preferences:

  1. By Air: Fly into Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), located at Melli-Beese-Ring 1, 12529 Berlin-Schönefeld. The airport is well-connected internationally and offers various transportation options to the city center.
  2. By Train: If you’re traveling from within Europe or Germany, you might prefer the train. The Berlin’s main train station is located at Europaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin. The station is centrally located and provides easy access to public transportation.

    Take advantage of our DB cooperation and book your train ticket here with our special prices:

    Ticket with train commitment:

    1st class: 89,90€ (inkl. seat reservation) 

    2nd class: 55,90€ 

    Flex-ticket:

    1st class: 112,90€ (inkl. seat reservation)

    2nd class: 77,90€

  3. By Car: If you choose travel by car, you can navigate directly to your hotel. Note that parking in Berlin can be challenging, so check with your hotel regarding parking services.

Regarding the need for a visa to enter Germany, this depends on your nationality:

Visa Requirements: Citizens from many countries may need a visa to enter the European Union/Germany. It’s crucial to check the specific requirements for your country. You can get accurate information from your local German embassy or consulate or visit the visa navigator on www.visa.diplo.de for guidance based on your specific travel details and nationality.

Make sure to plan your travel well in advance, especially if you need to apply for a visa, to ensure a smooth trip to Berlin.

The main Location FUNKHAUS is not attached to public transportation.

To attend the first evening event at the TEMPODROM Berlin during the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, you have several public transportation options available, making it convenient to get there from various points in the city:

  1. S-Bahn (City Train):
    • Anhalter Bahnhof Station is located directly in front of the TEMPODROM and is served by lines S1, S2, S25, and S26, which run on the north-south axis of Berlin’s S-Bahn network. This station provides the most straightforward access to TEMPODROM.
  2. Subway (U-Bahn):
    • Möckernbrücke Station is approximately 500 meters away from TEMPODROM and can be reached by lines U7 (South-North) and U1 (East-West).
    • Mendelssohn-Bartholdy Park Station is around 600 meters away, accessed by line U2.
  3. Bus:
    • Bus Line M29 and M41 to Anhalter Bahnhof station, with a short walk of about 300 meters to TEMPODROM.
  4. Long-Distance Train:
    • If you are arriving by long-distance train, both Hauptbahnhof (main station) and Ostbahnhof (east station) provide excellent connectivity. TEMPODROM is just an 8-minute cab ride from Hauptbahnhof and a 10-20 minute cab ride from Ostbahnhof, depending on traffic.

Please note:

Since the main venue for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, the FUNKHAUS, is not easily accessible via public transportation, the organizers strongly recommend utilizing the convenient shuttle services provided by ZEISS. These shuttles will transport attendees directly from designated hotels to the venue and back. To use this service, it’s important that you book your accommodation from the approved list of hotels provided during the registration process. This ensures seamless coordination and hassle-free travel to and from the event, allowing you to focus on the summit’s activities without worrying about transportation logistics.

When purchasing your ticket for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, you’ll be directed to a selection of dedicated hotels specifically partnered with the event. It’s important to book your stay at one of these designated hotels to benefit from the shuttle services provided by the summit organizers. These shuttles will only operate between the summit venue and the listed hotels, ensuring convenient and reliable transportation for attendees. Booking your accommodation through the recommended options will ensure that you have seamless access to the shuttle services.

Event App

ZEISS Summit 2024 App

How to install the app on your Windows, iOS, or Android device

About the app:

For a smooth and informed experience at the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, downloading the event’s official app is highly recommended. The app provides all the essential information you need right at your fingertips:

  • Agenda Overview: Keep track of times, locations, and topics to plan your day efficiently.
  • Exhibition Details: Learn about the exhibitors, their location, and what they have to offer.
  • Floorplan: Navigate the venue easily with a detailed map.
  • Attendee Overview: Search for and connect with other attendees.

 

Additionally, activating push notifications on the app will ensure that you stay updated with any announcements, changes, or important reminders in real-time.

The official app for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT will be available prior to the event. You will receive a link to download the app directly via E-Mail. Make sure to check your registered E-Mail for the download link so you can install the app and begin familiarizing yourself with its features and the event details. This ensures that you’ll have access to all the essential information about the summit, including the agenda, conference program, exhibition, and networking opportunities, right at your fingertips.

Others

After you’ve registered for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT and purchased your ticket, you’ll be kept in the loop with all the latest news and developments related to the event. The organizers will send you more detailed information via email, including updates about the agenda, specific details about the venue, and any changes or important notifications. If you are not receiving email notifications after purchasing your ticket, please contact quality-innovation-summit@zeiss.com.

At the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT, there will not be an opportunity to access metrology services directly during the event. However, if you’re interested in exploring metrology services, ZEISS encourages you to contact your individual representative. 

Yes! We are offering a variety of snacks, drinks, lunch, and dinner at no additional cost.

We accommodate various dietary restrictions by offering a range of meal options, including vegan meals. Upon request, we are happy to provide detailed ingredient information. If you have specific dietary needs, feel free to ask our friendly onsite staff for more information.

The dress code for the ZEISS QUALITY INNOVATION SUMMIT business casual. 

The FUNKHAUS venue comprises several buildings connected by outdoor pathways, featuring different floor levels. Given that participants will be moving between these buildings frequently, comfortable outdoor or sporty footwear is recommended to ensure comfort throughout the day.

Please be aware that the FUNKHAUS, the venue for our event, is a historical building consisting of several structures connected by outdoor pathways. Each building features different floor levels, which are primarily accessible via staircases. Due to the nature of the architecture and its historical significance, many parts of the location have restricted access. We encourage all participants who may require special accommodations to contact us before purchasing your ticket so that we can clarify accessibility and ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Please feel free to reach out to us: quality-innovation-summit@zeiss.com.