About the speaker: Dr. Gisela Linge is the VP of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Sustainability at Autoliv. With a strong focus on driving sustainability, digitalisation, and resilience in the supply chain, she plays a pivotal role in transforming Autoliv. In her current position, she spearheads digitalisation efforts and streamlines logistics standards and processes globally. She also takes charge of driving activities and targets related to emissions across Autoliv’s expansive supply chain. Driven by her commitment to sustainability and innovation, she is instrumental in shaping Autoliv’s supply chain for the future. Prior to joining Autoliv, she founded Gisela Linge Consulting, where she offered her expertise in corporate strategy and development. Before this, she held the position of Director of Corporate Strategy and Development at Webasto Group. She also served as a Senior Manager at Deloitte, providing strategic insights and guidance to various clients in the automotive sector. Additionally, she held positions at renowned companies such as BMW Group and McKinsey & Company. Dr. Linge holds a Ph.D. in Antitrust Economics and Innovation Economics from The Philipp University of Marburg. She also holds a Master’s degree in International Relations and Economics from Duke University. She has further enhanced her professional credentials with a Sustainable Procurement for Professionals certification from the Sustainable Procurement Institute and certification as a ScrumMaster (CSM) from the Scrum Alliance.

About the company: Autoliv is a US-domiciled, Swedish-headquartered automotive safety company that collaborates with car manufacturers worldwide. Some of its top customers include Volkswagen, General Motors, Ford, BMW, Volvo, and Toyota, among others. Autoliv is a global leader in automotive safety systems, dedicated to saving lives and preventing accidents. Their products include airbags, seatbelts, active safety systems, and electronics. The company operates manufacturing facilities in various locations around the world, including Europe, North America, Asia, and South America. Notable manufacturing locations include Sweden, Germany, France, the United States, China, and Brazil. Some notable rankings and awards include Forbes Global 2000: Autoliv consistently ranks among the world’s largest public companies; Automotive News’ Top Suppliers: Autoliv has been recognized as one of the top automotive suppliers globally; supplier awards: Autoliv has received awards and recognition from various automakers for its exceptional performance in terms of quality, delivery, and innovation; environmental responsibility: Autoliv places a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability. The company has been recognized for its efforts in reducing emissions, energy consumption, and waste generation.

Revenue: 7.45 billion USD

Employees: 68,000