Gerhard Rieser

Gerhard Rieser is a visionary manager with over 25 years of international experience in sales and marketing within the lighting components industry. He excels in team leadership and execution, with a track record of success in developing high-performing global sales teams and sales/distribution networks.

Gerhard's expertise includes sales and marketing management, product management, and a proven ability to grow young SSL businesses. He also possesses knowledge in BLE mesh lighting controls (Casambi) and specific product areas such as LED modules, high CRI products, optics, heatsinking technology, converters, dimming, and connection technology.

With a strong educational background that includes studies in Lean Six Sigma, industrial electronics, and marketing, Gerhard has honed his skills at renowned institutions such as Tridonic, BFI Innsbruck, and Management Center Innsbruck.

Throughout his career, Gerhard has held key positions in reputable organizations such as Managing Director at Exceedation Sales GmbH, various roles at Tridonic connection technology, Vice President positions at Xicato, and as a Shareholder at Electro Terminal GmbH & Co KG. His global sales contacts in the lighting and electrical components industry highlight his extensive network.

Challenges and a focus on quality in lighting being key motivators for Gerhard, he continually strives to enhance lighting experiences in every space. He embodies leadership qualities by knowing, going, and showing the way, as well as embracing the concept that learning is an integral part of winning, a philosophy he shares through quotes from John Maxwell.