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DIVE INTO 3D

REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST /

from 8:30-9:30am

AGENDA /

Expect exciting presentations from 9:30am-5:30pm:

 

ALIAS: WHAT'S NEW

Pierre-Paul Andriani/ Autodesk

VRED: WHAT'S NEW

Danny Tierney / Autodesk

Blender Modeling with Advanced Modifier Techniques

Maxim Kimmerle / Mercedes-Benz Advanced Design

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Christopher Gebhardt / Ideenkultivierung

UNWIND & CONNECT /

Drinks & Chats

from 5:30pm

 


HANDS ON /

Expect experiencing all day:

LENOVO

 

CONTEST SHOWCASE

AGPContest X PRODUCT INNOVATION LOUNGE

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THINK 3D

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Lead CAD Creative Modeler

Maxim Kimmerle

With a degree in Transportation Interior Design and 5+ years of experience, Maxim is shaping the future of car design at Mercedes-Benz Advanced Exterior Design. Using Blender, Unreal Engine, and VRED daily, he brings bold ideas to life.

His work includes standout concepts like the SC Vision Iconic, Project Maybach, and the Vision Simplex—pushing the limits of innovation and design.

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Automotive Design Solution Specialist

Danny Tierney

Danny is a Senior Automotive Design Solutions Specialist at Autodesk in Munich. He earned his degree in Industrial Design from the National College of Art and Design in Dublin, Ireland. Previously, he worked in education, consulting, and design visualization management. Danny focuses on supporting automotive design clients to improve their processes and enhance creativity in product design.

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Automotive Design Studio Specialist

Pierre-Paul Andriani

With a total of 24 years of professional experience, Pierre-Paul is a valuable member of the Autodesk-team and also acts as a design lecturer and speaker in various formats. His expertise includes automotive modeling—polygonal, computational, CAS, Class A—as well as automotive rendering and animation. His focus is on supporting automotive design studios in overcoming their challenges.

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  • LinkedIn
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Software Concepts & Development

Christopher Gebhardt

Christopher earned his degree in Media Informatics and Human-Computer Interaction from Ludwig Maximilian University in 2016, then worked in the automotive industry specializing in real-time visualizations. He founded Ideenkultivierung GmbH, focusing on 3D software development, and now provides consulting for specialized design and development solutions.

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Designer & Sales Manager ID&V

Christian Pilgram

Christian is a seasoned Alias expert with almost three decades of experience. He founded the Product Innovation Lounge in 2004 and has since worked across Europe and as an Alias trainer, inspiring young apprentices and trainees in his field.

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  • LinkedIn
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Designer & Software Specialist

Antonis Schley

Antonis is a 3D automotive designer, skilled from concept visualization to final product details, all in 3D. After starting as a freelancer, he spent seven years at Mercedes-Benz designing showcars, showcasing his passion for 3D programs.

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Sales Engineer at MFS

Benjamin Wittmann

Benjamin, a skilled sales engineer with a plastics engineering background from Darmstadt University, specializes in simulation software & CAS modeling. Starting in 2019, he's focused on Autodesk products and plastics stress research, backed by certifications in Customer Success $ Autodesk Moldflow.

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THINK 3D

Lead CAD Creative Modeler

Maxim Kimmerle

Maxim is part of the creative force at Mercedes-Benz Advanced Exterior Design, where he brings future-forward concepts to life using tools like Blender, Unreal Engine, and VRED. His work includes standout projects like the SC Vision Iconic, Project Maybach, and the Vision Simplex—merging innovation, storytelling, and design.

  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram
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Automotive Design Solution Specialist

Danny Tierney

Danny holds an Industrial Design degree from the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and has a background in education, consulting, and design visualization management. His role at Autodesk primarily involves helping automotive clients enhance their design processes and boost creativity.

  • Website
  • LinkedIn

Automotive Design Solution Specialist

Pierre-Paul Andriani

Pierre-Paul brings 24 years of experience to his role at Autodesk, where he also serves as a design lecturer and speaker. His expertise spans automotive modeling—including polygonal, computational, CAS, Class A—rendering, and animation. He specializes in assisting automotive design studios with their challenges.

  • Website
  • LinkedIn

Software Concepts & Development

Christopher Gebhardt

He studied Media Informatics & Human-Computer Interaction until 2016, then co-founded Ideenkultivierung GmbH, focusing on software development and 3D visualization, including WebGL & related tools.

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Designer & Sales Manager ID&V

Christian Pilgram

Christian is a seasoned Alias expert with almost three decades of experience. He founded the Product Innovation Lounge in 2004 and has since worked across Europe and as an Alias trainer, inspiring young apprentices and trainees in his field.

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  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram

3D Designer & Software Specialist

Antonis Schley

Antonis is a 3D automotive designer, skilled from concept visualization to final product details, all in 3D. After starting as a freelancer, he spent seven years at Mercedes-Benz designing showcars, showcasing his passion for 3D programs.

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  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram
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Sales Engineer at MFS

Benjamin Wittmann

Benjamin, a skilled sales engineer with a plastics engineering background from Darmstadt University, specializes in simulation software & CAS modeling. Starting in 2019, he's focused on Autodesk products and plastics stress research, backed by certifications in Customer Success $ Autodesk Moldflow.

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  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram

CONNECT

Meet us at the historic Bodan Shipyard in Kressbronn, nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Constance.

Werft1919 blends local cuisine, art, and culture in an enchanting setting, promising an exceptional experience with a focus on regional products and innovative dining and entertainment.

 

Join us for an extraordinary event where history and modernity meet by the beautiful Lake Constance.

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Meet us at the historic Bodan Shipyard in Kressbronn, nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Constance.

Werft1919 blends local cuisine, art, and culture in an enchanting setting, promising an exceptional experience with a focus on regional products and innovative dining and entertainment.

 

Join us for an extraordinary event where history and modernity meet by the beautiful Lake Constance.

CONNECT

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WIN YOUR TICKETS

This year, we’re proud to partner with AGPContest (Agorapode), a platform that champions young talent and fresh ideas.

AGPContest is a creative design challenge that blends car design with concept art. Hosted on Instagram and a dedicated website, it invites participants to showcase their skills by interpreting a given theme. A jury provides feedback, highlighting creativity and execution. 

Take part until 22nd of April for a chance to win one of ten exclusive tickets we’re sponsoring — plus a coveted spot in the event’s exhibition!

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WIN 1/10 TICKETS

This year, we’re proud to partner with AGPContest (Agorapode). AGPContest is a creative design challenge that blends car design with concept art.

Take part until 22nd of April for a chance to win one of ten exclusive tickets we’re sponsoring — plus a coveted spot in the event’s exhibition!

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REVIEW

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REVIEW

LAST YEARS AGENDA

ALIAS WHAT'S NEW 2025 / Autodesk

VRED WHAT'S NEW 2025 / Autodesk

SAY52 - The Story of Designing a Luxury Sports Yacht and Realizing It for Series Production! / Genesis Design

NVIDIA Omniverse - Building Blocks for the Industrial Metaverse / NVIDIA

DEPIX x VRED - Integration of generative AI into the Realtime Visualization Workflow / Ideenkultivierung & Depix

How to Make the Best of Blender in Automotive Design Development / Polestar

CLO in Motion - Enhancing Automotive Design with Digital Solutions / CLO Virtual Fashion

DOSCH DESIGN

Exploring the Apple Vision Pro & Personal Expert Talk / Visoric

Keep making history - Wacom Cintiq Pro & Wacom Movink / Wacom


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