Dr. Markus Thill

President Region Africa Robert Bosch

Since mid-2014, Dr. Thill is responsible for Bosch’s business in Africa, reporting directly to the vice-chairman of the Group. Prior to co-founding Bosch’s global venture arm as managing director in 2007, he worked as vice president of Bosch's global corporate strategy department as well as as senior manager in leading strategy consulting firms around the globe. Dr. Thill holds university degrees in mathematics and physics, including a doctorate (“summa cum laude”) from Université Sorbonne (Paris, France). He is fluent in English, German, and French, and has a good working knowledge of several other languages. Dr. Thill is vice-president of the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM), advisory board member of various other institutions and associations involved with promoting economical, business, and skills development in Africa.