Ph.D. in physical chemistry in 1996 from the Institute of Applied Thermodynamics at the University of Heidelberg 2 years business development experience for a start up in the United States (Optek-Danulat Inc.) Started with SCHOTT in October 2000 for advanced optics heading the glass development with further key-functions in sales and product management. Since 2009 on with Pharmaceutical Systems at SCHOTT holding different key-functions in product management/business development for primary packaging like functional coatings, ready to use containers and the prevention of glass delamination. His current position is Director Business Development Bulk Solutions at Pharmaceutical Systems at SCHOTT AG.