Erza Mehmeti: How long have you been with KYBURZ?

David Flaschenträger: I have been with KYBURZ since the beginning of the year.

Erza: How did you hear about us?

David: Through my work at E-Force One and Blackstone Technology, I was always in contact with Olivier Groux and followed the battery recycling activities closely.

Erza: What did you do before KYBURZ?

David: After my studies, I was in research for a long time and that's how I got into electromobility. After that, I worked for various companies in the field of battery technology. From cell production to battery assembly to the construction of electric trucks.

Erza: What are your activities?

David: I bring my experience in the battery technology and industry in the best possible way to advance the work in the battery team not only technically but also commercially.

Erza: What are your strengths?

David: Not losing sight of the big picture, even when things get hectic.

Erza: What motivates you?

David: A strong team and a clear goal.

Erza: What is your typical daily routine?

David: Since we still live in Lucerne at the moment, I get up quite early and spend a lot of time in the car. In the office it's much better after the first coffee. When I'm not doing classic office work, I'm quite often in contact with customers or partners from industry and research to represent our interests or to find solutions for smaller and bigger challenges.

Erza: What do you like? What not so much?

David: We do mega cool projects at KYBURZ. Not only in recycling but in general. I find it totally exciting to see how an idea becomes a product in a short time. Even though we are not one of the largest companies in the country with around 180 employees, KYBURZ is known and respected for its innovative strength and practised sustainability. That makes you proud to be part of the team.

Erza: What do you like to do in your free time?

David: My favourite thing is to cycle over the big Alpine passes. Since our son has just been born, that will probably become a bit less in the future.

Erza: What are your plans for the future?

David: Professionally, I would like to contribute to the transfer of the battery team's work into a separate company.

In my private life, I will soon be moving to Zurich. Then I'll spend less time commuting again and maybe I'll be able to "gümmele" a bit.