With immediate effect Thilo Koslowski (above, banner) is assuming a key role in the area of digital mobility at Porsche. Koslowski joins Porsche from the leading international technology advisory company Gartner Inc. and is known for his extensive knowledge of the automotive as well as Internet and technology industries.

Thilo Koslowski has been with Gartner in Silicon Valley since 1997, most recently as Vice President and Practice Leader Automotive, Vehicle Information and Communication Technology and Smart Mobility. In this capacity, he advised global automakers and technology companies on transforming new market trends and technologies into innovative products, customer experiences, business models and partnerships.

Koslowski will assume a leading role at Porsche in implementing innovative technologies, especially in the areas of connectivity, digital customer experiences, smart mobility and autonomous vehicles. His responsibilities also include corporate venturing, seeking suitable partners in the process of digital transformation of Porsche as well as the implementation of innovative customer offerings.

"We are proud to have recruited an established expert in the area of digital mobility and new business models in the person of Thilo Koslowski," said Porsche CEO Oliver Blume. "Digital innovations are one key element in our strategic focus. We are striving to link our traditional sports car DNA with the technologies of the future in a way unique to Porsche."