Dr. Oliver Kuerten brings over 16 years of engineering and development experience within the automotive industry, with a strong focus on business development, technology strategy, cross-cultural management, and technical program leadership, and worldwide work assignments including the USA and China. Currently serving as Head of Business Development at Polycontact AG in Switzerland, Oliver previously held various leadership roles at the Marquardt Group, including Product Line Manager and Technical Project Leader. His expertise lies in driving innovation and strategic growth across complex, safety-critical automotive systems.

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Polycontact AG is an innovative Swiss technology company headquartered in Chur, with a legacy spanning over 60 years. Renowned as a reliable partner, particularly in the automotive industry, the company delivers clear added value to its customers through extensive production expertise, high flexibility, and exceptional speed in development. Specializing in core areas such as Buckle Switches, Seat Sensors, Position Sensors, Electronics & Lightings, Wire Harnesses, and Services, Polycontact AG, together with its own production facility in Romania, sets industry standards for safety-critical applications.

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