Robert Frodl
About Robert Frodl
Robert Frodl is the Director of DACH Region Customer Management at Plexus Corp., where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in the medical, automotive, and industrial sectors, with a strong background in managing patent portfolios and innovation management.
Current Role at Plexus Corp
Robert Frodl has been serving as the Director DACH Region Customer Management at Plexus Corp since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing customer management strategies within the DACH region. His office is located at Bratustraße 7, 64293 Darmstadt, Deutschland. Frodl's leadership in this position focuses on enhancing customer relationships and driving business growth.
Previous Experience at Plexus Corp
Prior to his current role, Robert Frodl held the position of Senior Site Director at the Darmstadt Design Center from 2013 to 2016. He managed operations and strategic initiatives during this three-year tenure. Before that, he served as Site Director at the same center from 2011 to 2013, contributing to the establishment and development of the facility.
Background in Technology and Development
Robert Frodl has extensive experience in technology and development. He worked at Rohde & Schwarz as Leiter der technologischen Entwicklung Mikroelektronik from 1984 to 1996. He later joined Tyco Electronics, where he served as Entwicklungsleiter from 2001 to 2008. His roles involved leading technological advancements and managing research and development efforts.
Education and Expertise
Robert Frodl studied Technische Physik at Hochschule München, where he achieved a Dipl. Ing. (FH) from 1979 to 1984. His educational background supports his expertise in various sectors, including medical, automotive, and industrial. He is knowledgeable in ISO certifications 13485, 16949, and 9001, and has experience in managing patent portfolios and intellectual property rights.
Leadership and Innovation Management
Frodl possesses leadership experience in establishing new locations and has a strong background in innovation management. His ability to lead teams and drive innovation has been demonstrated throughout his career in various roles across multiple organizations, including his time at Vincotech as Head of R&D Center from 2008 to 2011.