GlobalData Automotive Europe Conference 2025

Pioneering progress: Navigating the new era of automotive excellence

15 - 16

October

2025
  • NH München Ost Conference Center, Germany
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What to expect

  • Watch cutting edge presentations and gather expert insight from 25+ industry speakers.
  • Discover the latest innovation and updates from a remarkable agenda.
  • Engage in panel discussions and ask your questions directly to leading experts.
  • Enjoy two days of invaluable networking opportunities.
  • Be part of timely and relevant conversations and hear about topics that are trending in the industry.
  • Celebrate the industry and connect with peers and colleagues at our prestigious awards night.

Agenda

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8:15 AM

Registration

8:50 AM

Chair’s Opening Remarks & Setting the Scene

Speakers

Alejandro Gonzalez
Editor, Motor Finance Online

9 AM

Opening Keynote: Reconfiguring Auto Supply Chains: How Tariffs and Geopolitical Shifts are Changing Supply Chains

  • What are the factors contributing to the reconfiguration of supply chains?
  • Why is there a shift towards the localization of supply chains?
  • What are governments doing to aid reconfiguration?

Speakers

Carolina Pinto
Analyst, GlobalData

SESSION 1) Key Trends: Where Are We Now?

Chair: Christopher Lays, Partner, Alix Partners

9:20 AM

GenAI: A New Path to Value in the Auto Finance Industry

The auto finance industry could address historical challenges with GenAI. Specialized AI agents could not only streamline processes but also unlock new sources of value.

Speakers

Benjamin Koeck
Partner, McKinsey & Company

9:40 AM

New Entrant Car Brands: Do Car Buyers Want Them and Are They Here to Stay?

Speakers

Nick Press
Finance & Leasing Development Director, AutoTrader

10 AM

How Connected Services Generate Value for the Automotive Industry

Speakers

Jan Bremer
Senior Manager, KPMG

10:20 AM

Panel Discussion – AI in the Driver’s Seat – Hype or Game-Changer for the European Market?

Speakers

Christopher Ley
Partner, Alix Partners
Nick Press
Finance & Leasing Development Director, AutoTrader
Hanen Ben Amor
Projects Director - Connect Telematics, Valeo
Dong Zhang
VP of Lotus Robotics, General Manager of Lotus Robotics Europe, Lotus Cars
Christian Greef
Chief Financial Officer, GEFA Bank
Romain Zilahi
Partner, McKinsey & Company
Michael Niederée
Partner - Technology Transformation, KPMG

10:50 AM

Networking Break

SESSION 2) Harnessing AI and Data to Power the Automotive Future

Speakers

Steffen Danzmann
Partner Technology Consulting, EY
Daniel Molis
Director Financial Services Strategy and Transactions, EY-Parthenon

11:20 AM

Smarter Finance with AI

Boosting speed by removing barriers and streamlining processes

Speakers

Nuno Silva
CEO, VTXRM – Software Factory

11:40 AM

Winning the AI Advantage: 5 Strategic Steps to Outpace the Competition

Speakers

Andy Page
Senior Sales Consultant, NETSOL Technologies

12 PM

Future of Mobility: New Concepts and Their Impact on Auto Finance

Speakers

Dr. Eric Günter Krause
Head of Financial Services and Advisory – Europe, Genpact

12:20 PM

Digitalization & Acceleration of Business Processes in the Leasing Industry

Speakers

Thomas Nokin
Founder & CEO, Basikon
Nacho Sánchez Cervigón / Founder Flexivan
Founder, Flexivan

12:40 PM

The Road Ahead: AI-Driven Innovation and Client-Centric Solutions in Motor Finance

Senior Representative, EY

1 PM

Panel Discussion: Digital Transformation on Wheels: How Innovation is Reshaping Automotive Operations

Speakers

Thomas Nokin
Founder & CEO, Basikon
Nuno Silva
CEO, VTXRM – Software Factory
Dr. Eric Günter Krause
Head of Financial Services and Advisory – Europe, Genpact

1:30 PM

Lunch & Networking Break

SESSION 3) The Shift to EV

2:20 PM

Forecasting Trends in the EV Market – A Global Roundup

Speakers

Al Bedwell
Director of Global Powertrain Research and Analysis, GlobalData & LMC

2:40 PM

How the Battery Supply Chain and Technology are Powering Growth in the EV Market

  •  How are batteries becoming cheaper and better?
  •  What gives the best-in-class like BYD the competitive edge, and how can these strategies be replicated?
  •  Do battery material supply chains pose a risk to EV growth?

Speakers

Sam Adham
Head of Battery Materials, CRU Group

3 PM

The Critical Role the Used Car Market Plays in the EV Landscape

Speakers

Alex Griffin
Director of Product, Close Brothers Motor Finance

3:20 PM

Panel Discussion: From Niche to Mainstream: Scaling the EV Ecosystem for Mass Adoption in Europe

Speakers

Alejandro Gonzalez
Editor, Motor Finance Online
Al Bedwell
Director of Global Powertrain Research and Analysis, GlobalData & LMC
Paul Bennett
Managing Partner, Madox Square LLP
Kjel Klaver
Nordic Brand Manager, Santander
Vincent Rupied
Director International Market Development, BNP Paribas
Alex Griffin
Director of Product, Close Brothers Motor Finance

3:50 PM

Networking Break & Refreshments

SESSION 4) On Demand, On the Move: The Next Generation of Mobility Services

4:20 PM

GTM Transformation in the Automotive Financial Services and Mobility Sector

Speakers

Jochen Hambach
Board of Management, Q Mission Wasilios Kiosoglou, Board of Management, Q Mission
Wasilios Kiosoglou
Board of Management, Q Mission
Gabor Burkhardt
Sales Processes & Integrated Solutions, Daimler Truck Financial Services

4:40 PM

Lead Enrichment at Scale: How mobile.de Transforms Marketplace Data into Transaction-Ready Customers?

The presentation will explore how mobile.de is transforming automotive financing through Digital Retail solutions, moving from traditional high-volume lead generation to quality-focused, pre-qualified customer acquisition that delivers higher conversion rates for dealers and a seamless digital experience for customers.

Speakers

Andreas Renner
Senior Business Development Manager, mobile.de GmbH

5:20 PM

Panel Discussion: From Ownership to Access: Making Mobility-as-a-Service Work at Scale

Speakers

Alejandro Gonzalez
Editor, Motor Finance Online
Jochen Hambach
Board of Management, Q Mission Wasilios Kiosoglou, Board of Management, Q Mission
Wasilios Kiosoglou
Board of Management, Q Mission
Jason Hurwitz
Head of Strategy, Growth and Complex Value Creation, NETSOL
Andreas Renner
Senior Business Development Manager, mobile.de GmbH
Norman Pudzich
Head of Automotive Finance Advisory Europe, Genpact

Conference Close

Drinks Reception

GlobalData Automotive Europe Awards Ceremony

8:30 AM

Registration

9 AM

Chair’s Opening Remarks

Speakers

Alejandro Gonzalez
Editor, Motor Finance Online

SESSION 1) The New World of Customer-Led Driving

9:10 AM

Driving Trust: The Future of Digital Identity in Automotive Finance

The automotive finance industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Captive banks, leasing companies, and OEMs face increasing pressure to deliver seamless, digital-first customer journeys while meeting ever-stricter regulatory demands. At the heart of this change lies digital identity, the foundation for trusted interactions across markets.

As Europe’s pan-European leader in digital identity and trust services, Signicat supports financial institutions and OEMs in creating secure, compliant, and customer-friendly onboarding and transaction processes. In this keynote, we will explore the key challenges the industry faces, including fragmented regulations, rising fraud risks, and growing customer expectations. We will also highlight best practices and use cases where digital identity has enabled faster onboarding, reduced risk, and improved customer experience.

Looking ahead, we will discuss upcoming regulatory and technological shifts such as the EUDI Wallets from 2026 and the new AML regulation in 2027 developments that will redefine how trust and identity are managed in the automotive sector.

Speakers

Philipp Wegmann
Country Manager DACH, Signicat
Riku Louho
Sales Executive, Signicat

9:30 AM

The Future of Automotive Mobility: Subscription-Based and Flexible Leasing Models

Speakers

Christoph Köhler
Manager Mobility Services, Porsche Consulting

9:50 AM

Tailoring the Future: Customised Leasing Solutions with DRUID AI

Senior Representative, Druid AI

10:10 AM

Panel Discussion: Automation in Asset Finance – The Impact on the Customer

 

 

Speakers

Carolina Pinto
Analyst, GlobalData
Paul Bennett
Managing Partner, Madox Square LLP
Riku Louho
Sales Executive, Signicat

10:40 AM

Networking Break

SESSION 2) Creating a Go-to-Market Strategy

11:10 AM

Building Trust in Residual Values: Data & Transparency as a Go-to-Market Enabler

  • The Strategic Role of Residual Values in Go-to-Market
  • RV calculation methodology: From Black Box to Trust transparent Builder
  • From Data to Market Impact: Building Better Go-to-Market Strategies to increase sales and margin

Speakers

Bertrand Chataing
Chief Sale and Development Officer, autobiz

11:30 AM

From Power Swap to Smart Grids: NIO’s Vision for Energy Independence

Speakers

Yong Wang
Head of EU Power Swap Product Management, NIO

11:50 AM

Lunch & Networking Break

Conference Close

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Dong Zhang
VP of Lotus Robotics, General Manager of Lotus Robotics Europe, Lotus Cars

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Panel Discussion – AI in the Driver’s Seat – Hype or Game-Changer for the European Market?

2025-10-15, 10:20 AM

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Christoph Köhler
Manager Mobility Services, Porsche Consulting

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The Future of Automotive Mobility: Subscription-Based and Flexible Leasing Models

2025-10-16, 9:30 AM

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Yong Wang
Head of EU Power Swap Product Management, NIO

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From Power Swap to Smart Grids: NIO’s Vision for Energy Independence

2025-10-16, 11:30 AM

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Sam Adham
Head of Battery Materials, CRU Group

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How the Battery Supply Chain and Technology are Powering Growth in the EV Market

2025-10-15, 2:40 PM

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Al Bedwell
Director of Global Powertrain Research and Analysis, GlobalData & LMC

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Forecasting Trends in the EV Market – A Global Roundup

2025-10-15, 2:20 PM

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Panel Discussion: From Niche to Mainstream: Scaling the EV Ecosystem for Mass Adoption in Europe

2025-10-15, 3:20 PM

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Christian Greef
Chief Financial Officer, GEFA Bank

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Panel Discussion – AI in the Driver’s Seat – Hype or Game-Changer for the European Market?

2025-10-15, 10:20 AM

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Bertrand Chataing
Chief Sale and Development Officer, autobiz

Bertrand Chataing is Director of Corporate Sales at autobiz, bringing over 15 years of experience in the automotive and financial services sectors. He specializes in supporting OEMs, captives, and leasing companies across Europe with data-driven solutions for remarketing, valuation, and future value management. Prior to joining autobiz, Bertrand held various roles at PSA Bank, PSA Peugeot-Citroën, and Eurogroup Consulting. He holds a Master’s degree in Marketing from EDHEC Business School.

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Building Trust in Residual Values: Data & Transparency as a Go-to-Market Enabler

2025-10-16, 11:10 AM

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Dr. Eric Günter Krause
Head of Financial Services and Advisory – Europe, Genpact

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Panel Discussion: Digital Transformation on Wheels: How Innovation is Reshaping Automotive Operations

2025-10-15, 1:00 PM

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Future of Mobility: New Concepts and Their Impact on Auto Finance

2025-10-15, 12:00 PM

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Nick Press
Finance & Leasing Development Director, AutoTrader

An experienced Sales Manager, highly motivated with the ability to work in demanding and stressful situations. A Sales Leader proven in a target driven environment with a strong Asset Funding & Fleet background, frequent Board Level interaction & Key Stakeholder management. Flexible with an entrepreneurial mindset. Able to work collaboratively and explain difficult concepts.

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New Entrant Car Brands: Do Car Buyers Want Them and Are They Here to Stay?

2025-10-15, 9:40 AM

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Panel Discussion – AI in the Driver’s Seat – Hype or Game-Changer for the European Market?

2025-10-15, 10:20 AM

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Carolina Pinto
Analyst, GlobalData

Carolina Pinto is an Analyst in the Thematic Intelligence team specializing in how macro themes, including supply chain disruption, geopolitics, and sustainability, impact the tech sector. She also contributes to analyses on the adoption of AI, robotics, IoT, and other emerging technologies in the consumer goods and automotive sectors.​

Session Details:

Opening Keynote: Reconfiguring Auto Supply Chains: How Tariffs and Geopolitical Shifts are Changing Supply Chains

2025-10-15, 9:00 AM

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Panel Discussion: Automation in Asset Finance – The Impact on the Customer

2025-10-16, 10:10 AM

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Paul Bennett
Managing Partner, Madox Square LLP

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Panel Discussion: From Niche to Mainstream: Scaling the EV Ecosystem for Mass Adoption in Europe

2025-10-15, 3:20 PM

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Panel Discussion: Automation in Asset Finance – The Impact on the Customer

2025-10-16, 10:10 AM

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Kjel Klaver
Nordic Brand Manager, Santander

Kjel has been working in Consumer and Automotive finance for over 20 years throughout Europe. Currently working as a Nordic Brand Manager for Santander in the Nordics, managing automotive relationships between the bank and the OEMs. Previous experience includes Change and Product Management for Royal Bank of Scotland. Santander in the Nordics is the leading finance company for automotive and EVs specifically. With EV sales reaching well over 90% of new car sales in Norway, mass adoption is already a fact.

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Panel Discussion: From Niche to Mainstream: Scaling the EV Ecosystem for Mass Adoption in Europe

2025-10-15, 3:20 PM

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Philipp Wegmann
Country Manager DACH, Signicat

Philipp Wegmann is Country Manager DACH at Signicat, Europe’s leading provider of digital identity and trust services. With more than 10 years of experience in software and business development for the mobility sector, he has held senior roles at IDnow, Truma, and Panasonic Automotive. At Signicat, he helps automotive finance and leasing players build secure, compliant, and customer-friendly digital journeys, with a strong focus on digital identity, e-signature, and fraud prevention.

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Driving Trust: The Future of Digital Identity in Automotive Finance

2025-10-16, 9:10 AM

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Riku Louho
Sales Executive, Signicat

Riku Louho is leading the automotive and mobility vertical at Signicat, Europe's leading provider of digital identity and trust services. He has more than 15 years of business development, sales management and advisory experience in the fields of digital identity, fraud prevention and banking. At Signicat, he helps automotive and mobility customers to achieve business growth and stay compliant by building secure digital services with great user experience.

Session Details:

Driving Trust: The Future of Digital Identity in Automotive Finance

2025-10-16, 9:10 AM

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Panel Discussion: Automation in Asset Finance – The Impact on the Customer

2025-10-16, 10:10 AM

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Andreas Renner
Senior Business Development Manager, mobile.de GmbH

Session Details:

Panel Discussion: From Ownership to Access: Making Mobility-as-a-Service Work at Scale

2025-10-15, 5:20 PM

Session Details:

Lead Enrichment at Scale: How mobile.de Transforms Marketplace Data into Transaction-Ready Customers?

2025-10-15, 4:40 PM

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Christopher Ley
Partner, Alix Partners

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Panel Discussion – AI in the Driver’s Seat – Hype or Game-Changer for the European Market?

2025-10-15, 10:20 AM

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Benjamin Koeck
Partner, McKinsey & Company

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GenAI: A New Path to Value in the Auto Finance Industry

2025-10-15, 9:20 AM

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Romain Zilahi
Partner, McKinsey & Company

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Panel Discussion – AI in the Driver’s Seat – Hype or Game-Changer for the European Market?

2025-10-15, 10:20 AM

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Norman Pudzich
Head of Automotive Finance Advisory Europe, Genpact

Norman Pudzich is a senior advisor and recognized expert in the automotive finance industry, with nearly 20 years of experience leading IT transformation programs, international system rollouts, and operating model optimization initiatives. He has held senior roles with global automotive manufacturers and captive finance companies across Europe and the Americas. Alongside his corporate expertise, Norman also brings an entrepreneurial perspective. In 2015, he co-founded Seedfunnel, an early-stage startup incubator that supported founders with innovative technology concepts such as distributed ledger–based applications. He holds an Executive MBA in International Consulting and Organizational Development.

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Panel Discussion: From Ownership to Access: Making Mobility-as-a-Service Work at Scale

2025-10-15, 5:20 PM

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Andy Page
Senior Sales Consultant, NETSOL Technologies

Session Details:

Winning the AI Advantage: 5 Strategic Steps to Outpace the Competition

2025-10-15, 11:40 AM

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Jan Bremer
Senior Manager, KPMG

Session Details:

How Connected Services Generate Value for the Automotive Industry

2025-10-15, 10:00 AM

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Michael Niederée
Partner - Technology Transformation, KPMG

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Panel Discussion – AI in the Driver’s Seat – Hype or Game-Changer for the European Market?

2025-10-15, 10:20 AM

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Lena Crüger
Engagement Manager, McKinsey & Company
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Gabor Burkhardt
Sales Processes & Integrated Solutions, Daimler Truck Financial Services

Gabor Burkhardt is a dynamic professional with deep expertise in technology-driven innovation and product strategy. With a career spanning multiple industries, he brings a unique blend of technical insight and market awareness. Gabor is passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to create impactful solutions and drive competitive advantage.

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GTM Transformation in the Automotive Financial Services and Mobility Sector

2025-10-15, 4:20 PM

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Nuno Silva
CEO, VTXRM – Software Factory

Nuno Silva is the CEO and Founder of VTXRM - Software Factory, with over 20 years of experience in the technology and financial sectors.

He initiated the Accipiens project two decades ago, starting with an idea sketched on a napkin.

Under his leadership, Accipiens has evolved into a globally adopted software solution in the financial industry. Transforming  VTXRM from a local supplier into a global company, delivering international projects across multiple continents

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Panel Discussion: Digital Transformation on Wheels: How Innovation is Reshaping Automotive Operations

2025-10-15, 1:00 PM

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Smarter Finance with AI

2025-10-15, 11:20 AM

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Thomas Nokin
Founder & CEO, Basikon

Thomas has acquired a strong expertise in software development. He has worked particularly in the financing, private equity and venture sector and has held the position of CTO on several occasions. He is a graduate engineer from the École Polytechnique.

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Panel Discussion: Digital Transformation on Wheels: How Innovation is Reshaping Automotive Operations

2025-10-15, 1:00 PM

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Digitalization & Acceleration of Business Processes in the Leasing Industry

2025-10-15, 12:20 PM

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Alex Griffin
Director of Product, Close Brothers Motor Finance

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The Critical Role the Used Car Market Plays in the EV Landscape

2025-10-15, 3:00 PM

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Panel Discussion: From Niche to Mainstream: Scaling the EV Ecosystem for Mass Adoption in Europe

2025-10-15, 3:20 PM

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Vincent Rupied
Director International Market Development, BNP Paribas

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Panel Discussion: From Niche to Mainstream: Scaling the EV Ecosystem for Mass Adoption in Europe

2025-10-15, 3:20 PM

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Nacho Sánchez Cervigón / Founder Flexivan
Founder, Flexivan

Nacho has built his career in the automotive and mobility industry, holding key roles in sales, fleet, and business development at companies such as Ford Motor Company and PepsiCo. As Founder and COO of Flexivan, part of the Flexicar Group, he focuses on delivering flexible vehicle renting and mobility solutions for companies and private clients. With a strong background in commercial strategy and operations, he brings a pragmatic approach to innovation and sustainable mobility.

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Digitalization & Acceleration of Business Processes in the Leasing Industry

2025-10-15, 12:20 PM

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In recognition of outstanding achievements and dedication to advancing the automotive profession, the awards ceremony promises an evening of prestige and inspiration. It’s not just an event, it’s a celebration of the success that drives our industry forward.

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