Dr. Frank Beernaert

P&L responsibility for all SGF Sales and Production of automotive flexible couplings in South East Asia through administrative performance, sales supervision of all local and global production

Managing Director for SEA

Sales P&L responsibility worldwide for automotive section on wholesaler and retail level all brands.

P&L responsibility for 4 Brands in 18 countries in CIS, Turkish and CEFTA area with a team of 4 direct reports ( 3 in Italy, 1 in Turkey) and 9 indirect reports in matrix format. Current focus : • Achieve sustainable and profitable Sales growth • Extend coverage of the territories • Develop strategic plans for the 3 regions using regional and global product portfolio • Enhance Brand Image • Consult on Chrysler integration

Established and Managed Chrysler Jeep Dodge Business unit in Joint Venture Operation with a total headcount of 6 direct and 4 indirect reports. Key accomplishments: Grew sales 10-fold compared to previous importer from 32 units 2004 to 320 units in 2007. Restart of Jeep Club from dormant with 10 members to 150 active members. Effective Launch of Dodge with small budget and maximum Buzz Created positive Brands Awareness Focus areas:

Managed Chrysler Importers of Eastern Europe, North Africa, Middle East as extended Team, with 2 direct and 3 indirect reports in matrix format. Key accomplishments: • Established Distribution and SKD operation in Ukraine • Established commercial operation in Serbia Montenegro • Created extended team through cooperation with Distributor Team in Eastern Europe

Setup of new service contracts system

Management of Warranty team, budgets, standards

Management of warranty costs. Design of new warranty system

Global business Mgmt, Accounting, Financing, Production Mgmt, IT, cultural mgmt