Aurel is an Industrial Designer with over 15 years of hand-on experience ranging from disruptive start-up to global tier 1 supplier. After he graduated from ISD-Rubika in France, he joined Local Motors in the US and contributed to the design, development, and production of vehicles such as the Rally Fighter while sharing Industrial Design insight with an extensive online community.

He then worked for many years with Faurecia / Forvia, a global tier 1 automotive supplier in Interiors, Seating, Electronics, & Clean Mobility solutions, where he delivered innovative concepts and production grade solutions ranging from component to full cabin experience for multiple OEMs.

He applies Human-Centered Design principles to better address User needs and sustainability imperatives while enhancing business opportunities in a fast-evolving world.