- Visionary Club
- Podcast
- Season 3
- Visionary Talk with Albert Waas
VC Podcast | Season 3
Episode 6
In the sixth episode of the Visionary Club Podcast, our host Sarah Harmann welcomes Albert Waas, Managing Director & Partner and Leader of the Automotive & Mobility Sector in EMESA at BCG.
In the sixth episode of the Visionary Club Podcast, our host Sarah Harmann welcomes Albert Waas, Managing Director & Partner and Leader of the Automotive & Mobility Sector in EMESA at BCG.
- Visionary Club
- Podcast
- Season 3
- Visionary Talk with Albert Waas
The IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club, hosted by Sarah Harmann and supported by BCG, gain a comprehensive overview of current and future trends in the mobility sector, and explore various topics and aspects of IAA MOBILITY.
In each Visionary Club session, an expert selected in collaboration with BCG delivers a 5-10 minute inspirational talk live on LinkedIn. This segment focuses on cutting-edge topics and innovations in the mobility sector. Following the talk, there is a 15-20 minute interactive Q&A session, where moderator Sarah Harmann fields questions from the LinkedIn audience. Each session is published as a podcast afterwards.
The IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club, hosted by Sarah Harmann and supported by BCG, gain a comprehensive overview of current and future trends in the mobility sector, and explore various topics and aspects of IAA MOBILITY.
In each Visionary Club session, an expert selected in collaboration with BCG delivers a 5-10 minute inspirational talk live on LinkedIn. This segment focuses on cutting-edge topics and innovations in the mobility sector. Following the talk, there is a 15-20 minute interactive Q&A session, where moderator Sarah Harmann fields questions from the LinkedIn audience. Each session is published as a podcast afterwards.
IAA MOBILITY 2025, held from September 9-14 in Munich, is the leading international platform for showcasing innovative mobility solutions, from micromobility and cars to bicycles and new public transport. With a strong focus on sustainability and technology, IAA MOBILITY unites all stakeholders in the mobility ecosystem to drive progress and innovation.
In the sixth episode of the Visionary Club Podcast, our host Sarah Harmann welcomes Albert Waas, Managing Director & Partner and Leader of the Automotive & Mobility Sector in EMESA at BCG.
In the sixth episode of the Visionary Club Podcast, Sarah Harman welcomes Albert Waas, Managing Director & Partner at BCG and Head of the Automotive & Mobility sector in Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Africa. Albert shares valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the European automotive industry during this transformative period.
We discuss stagnating EV sales, rising costs for automakers, and the impact of global geopolitical developments on the sector. Albert explains how production flexibility and striking the right balance between innovation and cost reduction are key to staying competitive. A particular focus is placed on battery production, sustainable mobility goals, and the need for closer collaboration between industry and policymakers.
Where can we listen to the podcast?
The episodes of the IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club Podcast are available on all major podcast platforms. It was supported by the IAA MOBILITY team in cooperation with the Boston Consulting Group.
