Bert Sutter has been voted President of wvib Schwarzwald AG
Bert Sutter, CEO of Sutter Medizintechnik GmbH, has been elected President of wvib Schwarzwald AG. His priorities include securing a skilled workforce, promoting young talent, and advancing technology transfer.
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Bert Sutter, CEO of Sutter Medizintechnik GmbH, was elected President of wvib Schwarzwald AG on November 10, 2023. With his election, he assumes responsibility within one of the most significant networks of industrial SMEs in Germany. In his inaugural speech, he highlighted securing a skilled workforce, technology transfer, and the promotion of young talent as his key priorities.
Bert Sutter Takes on Responsibility in the Largest Industrial Network in Southwest Germany
With his election as President of wvib Schwarzwald AG, Bert Sutter assumes a key role within an extensive network of medium-sized industrial companies. wvib Schwarzwald AG connects businesses, executives, and entrepreneurial leaders, creating opportunities for the exchange of experience, professional development, and strategic collaboration.
Bert Sutter succeeds Thomas Burger of the Burger Group. For the Managing Director of Sutter Medizintechnik GmbH, this new position goes far beyond a representative role. He sees the office as an opportunity to make the interests of industry more visible and to strengthen dialogue between business, society, and educational institutions.
Making People in Companies More Effective as a Guiding Principle
In his inaugural speech, Bert Sutter highlighted the guiding principle of wvib Schwarzwald AG: “Making people in companies more effective.”
He emphasized the dual significance of this mission. On the one hand, it is about the personal development of employees and leaders. On the other hand, companies have a responsibility to create conditions that foster growth, knowledge transfer, and entrepreneurial initiative.
This approach combines economic success with long-term responsibility toward employees, businesses, and society.
Skilled Workforce Development, Technology Transfer, and Talent Promotion as Key Priorities
Among the key priorities of his presidency are attracting and retaining skilled professionals, promoting the transfer of knowledge between research and industry, and strengthening technical education.
Bert Sutter emphasized the importance of inspiring young people at an early stage to pursue technical professions and careers in industry. Schools, universities, and companies all have a shared role to play in this effort. At the same time, he highlighted the value of close collaboration between academia and industry to accelerate the practical application of innovations.
These issues are highly relevant to many medium-sized companies and will have a lasting impact on the competitiveness of the industrial sector.
Entrepreneurial Freedom as the Foundation for Progress
A central theme of Bert Sutter’s speech was entrepreneurial freedom. In his view, it forms the foundation for innovation, investment, and social engagement.
He sees his new role not only as that of an association president but also as an ambassador for industry. In this capacity, he aims to help strengthen public understanding of the importance of medium-sized businesses within society.
According to Bert Sutter, industry in Southwest Germany is distinguished by entrepreneurial responsibility, family-oriented corporate cultures, and strong technical expertise. He believes these strengths should continue to serve as an important foundation for sustainable development and long-term economic success.
The Role of wvib Schwarzwald AG for Medium-Sized Industrial Businesses
wvib Schwarzwald AG is one of the most influential entrepreneurial networks in the German-speaking region. Each year, the association brings together executives, business owners, and industry leaders through a wide range of events.
Its core focus lies in the exchange of experience, the development of expertise, and collaborative work on key future challenges facing industry. The association sees itself as a platform for companies that take responsibility for their employees, drive innovation, and contribute to economic progress.
Together with the wvib team, the Executive Board, the Advisory Board, and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Christoph Münzer, Bert Sutter aims to further develop this platform and strengthen its ability to address future challenges.
Commitment to Industry and the Region
Bert Sutter’s election as President of wvib Schwarzwald AG underscores the close connection between entrepreneurial responsibility and regional engagement. Through his focus on securing a skilled workforce, strengthening education, and advancing technology transfer, he is helping to shape the future of medium-sized industrial businesses in Baden-Württemberg and beyond.
FAQ about Bert Sutter’s presidency at wvib
Bert Sutter is the Managing Director of Sutter Medizintechnik GmbH and was elected President of wvib Schwarzwald AG on November 10, 2023.
wvib Schwarzwald AG is a network of industrial companies that brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, and executives while supporting the industrial SME sector.
Bert Sutter was elected President of wvib Schwarzwald AG on November 10, 2023.
His presidency is shaped by a strong focus on skilled workforce development, technology transfer, and the promotion of young talent.
The presidency strengthens the visibility of the industrial SME sector and provides new momentum for business, education, and workforce development in Southwest Germany.