Olivier Jacques joined APsystems Europe in 2015 and quickly took over global responsibilities as EVP Global and now President Global of the company. Responsible for the profitability of each Business Unit at worldwide level, APsystems globalization and scale have increased dramatically under Olivier Jacques’ leadership resulting into APsystems going public in 2022 at the SSE market. Prior to this role, Olivier boasted more than 25 years of experience in automation, energy and high-tech industries. He served as Managing Director, EMEA for Enphase Energy. There, he developed the microinverter market in Europe from scratch, achieving leading share positions in key European solar regions. Olivier previously served as Managing Director for international companies including Norgren (IMI group), a leading industrial automation and fluid control company, where he spurred growth despite an economic recession. As Managing Director and HVAC-R Southern Europe Director at Danfoss Drives, where he increased revenues, created sales channels, launched a new product platform and repositioned the company as a value-added solutions provider. He has also held senior executive positions of International Sales & Marketing and Managing Director at major companies ranging from WATTS Industries (fluid control and HVAC), Schlumberger (water, gas and thermal energy) and Samsung Electronics (launching their HVAC business).