On September 1, 2023, Jean-Michel Verdier assumed the role of Managing Director at Continental Engineering Services (CES), succeeding Christoph Falk-Gierlinger, who concluded his three-year tenure with Continental.

Verdier boasts a distinguished engineering background and an extensive track record in the automotive industry, complemented by demonstrated leadership acumen spanning over a period exceeding two decades. Prior to his affiliation with Continental in 2020, he held pivotal leadership roles at both Lear and Faurecia.

During his prior role at Continental, Verdier led the global Research and Development (R&D) division for the Wheel Brake Solutions segment. In this capacity, he exhibited exceptional leadership skills by effectively spearheading projects and overseeing large, globally-distributed teams operating within complex frameworks. His proficiency in advancing operational excellence and efficiency played a pivotal role in the attainment of the segment's objectives.

Gilles Mabire, CTO at Continental Automotive said, "His extensive experience, entrepreneurial mindset, and commitment to collaboration make him the ideal candidate to steer CES towards further success in the future, taking the excellent work of his predecessor Christoph Falk-Gierlinger to the next level."