Bert Sutter has been voted President of wvib Schwarzwald AG (Association of Industry in Baden e.V.)
We are delighted to announce that Bert Sutter, CEO of Sutter Medizintechnik GmbH, was elected President of wvib Schwarzwald AG on November 10, 2023—a strong association of industrial companies with more than 300,000 employees. This is a special honor and a strong sign of entrepreneurial commitment in the region.
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Bert Sutter takes over as president of wvib
With a clear message and visible enthusiasm, Bert Sutter, managing director of Sutter Medizintechnik, took up his new position as president of wvib Schwarzwald AG. In front of around 500 guests at the Konzerthaus Freiburg, he succeeded Thomas Burger (Burger Group) – and made a strong impression in his inaugural speech.
His words focused on the wvib motto “Making people in companies more effective,” which he deliberately interpreted in two ways: as a call for the further development of individuals and for the active shaping of the entrepreneurial environment. Topics such as securing skilled workers, technology transfer, and promoting young talent in schools and universities formed the main focus of his call for shared responsibility.
Bert Sutter emphasized that he sees his new role not only as president, but also as an industry ambassador for industry in society. One value plays a central role for him: entrepreneurial freedom – as the basis for progress, innovation, and social commitment.
His commitment extends not only to Sutter Medizintechnik, but to the entire southwestern industry – characterized by medium-sized strength, family culture, and technical excellence. Together with the member companies, the wvib team, the advisory board, the executive board, and Dr. Christoph Münzer, he wants to further develop the association as a future-oriented platform.
Every year, wvib Schwarzwald AG brings together entrepreneurs and executives who are committed to the triad of people, progress, and responsibility in over 1,000 events, thereby strengthening small and medium-sized industrial companies in Baden-Württemberg and beyond.