Prof Dr Mirko Meboldt has been Full Professor of Product Development and Engineering Design at ETH Zurich since 2012. Previously, he led global R&D and innovation processes at Hilti Schweiz AG in Liechtenstein. His research connects digital technologies, advanced manufacturing, and user-centered design to accelerate and de-risk the journey from ideas to products. With people at the core of innovation, he is also dedicated to rethinking education and industry training.