Ries Bouwman

Product Manager @Knapp

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Ries Bouwman is a dedicated and accomplished Product Manager at Knapp, a global company known for its automation technology and software solutions. With a solid background in technology and business, Bouwman excels in leading product development strategies that drive company growth and innovation. His ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders has been instrumental in successfully launching numerous products to market. Bouwman's strong leadership skills coupled with his keen understanding of market trends, enable him to effectively manage cross-functional teams and successfully deliver on product objectives. His commitment to continuous improvement, coupled with his problem-solving aptitude, makes him a valuable asset in the fast-paced, ever-evolving technology industry.

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Work Background

GuardmineManaging Director

Dec. 2016Leoben, Austria

Kendlbacher Getränkevertriebs GmbHManaging Partner

Jun. 2014 - Feb. 2018AustriaGiving "Omi's Apfelstrudel" the place it deserves in the world.

jumptomorrow design gmbhBusiness Evolution Manager

Jun. 2014 - Jun. 2017AustriaJT'Series

Icon Technology & Process Consulting GmbHManaging Partner

Jan. 2010 - Dec. 2011Graz, AustriaParallel to my relationship manager activities in DACH, I have setup a daughter company in Austria. Revenue was at 200k EUR when it was transferred back 100% to the mother company in 2011. This position taught me a lot about legal aspects of business in Austria as well as the interaction between international entities. Due to differences in opinion on the future of the subsidiary as well as my role in the mother company, we decided to each go our own way.

ICE Strömungsforschung GmbHFreelance Engineer

Nov. 2004 - Dec. 2008AustriaNext to my PhD activities, I worked as a freelance engineer for the spin-off company of my supervising professor (Wilhelm Brandstätter). The main responsibility was to conduct and manage Computational Fluid Dynamic Simulations for various industries. At later stages, I was also responsible for the acquisition and quotation of new projects. The simulation jobs were very versatile and challenging, with customers in the automotive, energy and chemical processing industry. I left this job, because I wanted to exploit my capabilities beyond (CFD) engineering.

KNAPP AGProduct Manager

Feb. 2018Leoben, Austria

ESI GroupBusiness Development Manager

Jan. 2012 - May. 2014EuropeThe ESI Group is a very versatile simulation company with offerings for anybody’s needs. I joined this company at a point where it was expanding its CFD offerings and exploring open source business models. I am currently engaged in B2B lead generation, mainly with the world’s largest automotive and chemical OEMs. This includes training of the sales team in Europe (28) on selling open source "free" software. Recently I am also involved in redefining the social media marketing strategy.

ICON Technology & Process Consulting Ltd.Relationship Manager

Jan. 2009 - Dec. 2011DACHICON was one of the leading CFD consultancy companies worldwide when I joined them. The main focus was on creating an offering around the open source CFD toolbox OpenFOAM. In a fairly small team, I was heavily involved in process and product development (ICON FOAMpro, now ICONcfd). Simultaneously, I managed the largest account (VW Group) and was responsible for the B2B business development in the DACH region.

University of LeobenScientific Collaborator

Apr. 2005 - Sep. 2008Leoben, AustriaI worked at the Christian-Doppler Laboratory for Applied Fluid Mechanics. The main project was for the company Lenzing, to optimize the filters in the Lyocell process. Simultaneously, I worked on a project within the 6th Framework (EU) on improving the exhaust systems of cars to fulfill the EU IV regulations.

University of LeobenUniversity Assistant

Aug. 2004 - Oct. 2004Leoben, AustriaStudy of new excavation methods in a magnesite mine (RHI) using CAE methods (Abaqus, FLAC2D) I started this job after I finished my master degree in physics. It was an interim position to figure out if I would start working in the industry or take a PhD position at the Montanuniversity.