Sabine Scheunert

Sabine Scheunert serves as Chairwoman of the Central Europe Management Board at Dassault Systèmes, a global leader in 3D software and virtual twin technologies. Under her leadership, Dassault Systèmes continues to revolutionize industries such as automotive, aerospace, defense, and health and life sciences with cutting-edge solutions like CATIA and Solidworks.

Renowned for her pioneering spirit and bold leadership, Sabine has a distinguished career trajectory, marked by her tenure as the first female CEO in the Chinese automotive sector and senior executive roles at Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Hewlett-Packard. She has been instrumental in advancing digital transformation, demonstrating how innovative technologies drive business and societal progress. Her leadership seamlessly blends strategic vision with practical execution, delivering impactful results.

Beyond her executive responsibilities, Sabine is a co-founder of the FemaleCIO Circle, where she champions diversity and the inclusion of women in leadership roles, particularly in STEM fields. A staunch advocate for equity, she emphasizes that diversity is essential for sustainable progress.

Sabine also contributes her expertise as a board member at Messer SE and Planet First Partners, advising organizations on leveraging advanced technologies to create sustainable, future-ready solutions.

At Dassault Systèmes, her mission is clear: to lead innovation that not only transforms industries but also builds a sustainable future.

Leadership Philosophy: “The future belongs to those who dare to rethink it.”