The Advanced Humanoid Forum Strategic Advisory Council brings together experienced professionals from industrial robotics, automation, event strategy, international academic relations and global technology markets.
The Council provides independent expertise, industry perspectives and international connections to support the strategic development and international positioning of the Advanced Humanoid Forum.
All Council members serve in a voluntary advisory capacity
Why the Strategic Advisory Council Matters
Humanoid robotics is developing at the intersection of several industries and disciplines. The Advanced Humanoid Forum therefore brings together advisors with deliberately different areas of expertise.
Industrial Robotics & Automation
Industry experience and practical understanding of robotics deployment.
Event Scale-up & Growth
Experience in building, developing and scaling major B2B industry events.
International Academic Relations
Connections to universities, researchers and international scientific communities.
China Market & Cross-Cultural Business
Access to the Chinese robotics ecosystem and connecting Chinese and European markets.
Together, the Council provides the Forum with a broader international and industry perspective while preserving the Forum's independent strategic direction.
What This Means for You
The Advisory Council's expertise translates into concrete value for everyone who engages with the Forum.
For Visitors & Attendees
- Access to diverse industry and academic perspectives on humanoid robotics
- Practical insights into industrial applications and real-world deployment
- International networking across technology, research and business
- Exposure to the European and global humanoid robotics ecosystem
For Exhibitors & Technology Companies
- Access to an industry-focused audience of decision-makers and practitioners
- Visibility within the European humanoid robotics ecosystem
- Business networking with industrial robotics and automation players
- International connections including China–Europe market perspectives
For Speakers, Researchers & Universities
- Connection to industry and real-world robotics applications
- International scientific networking and exchange
- Visibility for research and academic work in an industry context
- Opportunities to connect with robotics companies and technology developers
For Sponsors & Strategic Partners
- Association with an emerging industrial technology field
- Access to the Forum's ecosystem of companies, experts and decision-makers
- Strategic networking with robotics and automation industry leaders
- International positioning within the humanoid robotics market
Ulrich Möller
Ulrich Möller
Founder & Chairman, Advanced Humanoid Forum
Ulrich Möller is the founder and owner of the Advanced Humanoid Forum and is responsible for the Forum's overall vision, strategic direction, positioning and development.
With a background in electrical engineering and extensive experience in automation, robotics and industrial technology, he combines technical expertise with business development, technology marketing and international industry networking.
As Founder & Chairman, Ulrich Möller leads the strategic development of the Advanced Humanoid Forum and defines its positioning at the intersection of humanoid robotics, Physical AI, industrial automation and real-world deployment.
Advisors
Experienced professionals serving in a voluntary advisory capacity to support the Forum's development.
Michael Fraede
Senior Strategic Advisor – Industrial Robotics, Automation & Business Development
His Role in the Strategic Advisory Council
Michael Fraede brings more than three decades of experience in industrial robotics and automation. He advises the Forum on strategic questions related to robotics technologies, business development and market development.
Throughout his career in the robotics and automation industry, including his work with Yaskawa Europe, he has gained extensive experience across technology, industrial applications, customer requirements and strategic sales.
For the Forum, Michael provides an important industrial perspective: the ability to assess not only whether a technology is technically interesting, but whether it can become relevant and commercially viable for industrial applications.
Hendrik Kempfert
Scale-up & Event Strategy Advisor
His Role in the Strategic Advisory Council
Hendrik Kempfert advises the Forum on strategic development, growth and scaling of the event format.
He brings extensive experience from the development and scaling of major B2B industry events. His expertise includes event strategy, business development, partner and exhibitor acquisition, community building and the development of strong industry ecosystems.
His experience with the successful development and growth of the Logistics Summit provides valuable insight into one of the key challenges facing the Advanced Humanoid Forum: How to turn a strong industry event into a scalable, commercially successful and internationally relevant platform.
Dr. Hossein Ataei Far
International Outreach & Academic Relations Advisor
His Role in the Strategic Advisory Council
Dr. Hossein Ataei Far advises the Forum on strengthening its international academic and research network.
His role focuses on international outreach, academic relations, university and research institution engagement, scientific networking and the development of international cooperation.
He helps strengthen the academic dimension of the Forum and supports the development of relationships with researchers, universities and international scientific networks.
Guodong Bao
China Market & Cross-Cultural Business Advisor
His Role in the Strategic Advisory Council
Guodong Bao advises the Forum on developing relationships with the Chinese robotics and automation market and on strengthening connections between Chinese and European technology ecosystems.
He has been working in Europe since 2010 and brings extensive international business experience. Before establishing his own business activities in Germany, he worked for HUAWEI for ten years, where he developed extensive experience in international business and Lead-to-Cash processes.
He successfully established the HANVAC brand as a Chinese vacuum gripper solution provider based in Germany, providing localized service to customers in several European countries. His activities also include extensive international trade fair experience.
His role also includes helping bridge different business cultures, expectations and communication styles between Chinese and European companies.
How the Council Strengthens the Forum
Independent Strategic Direction
The Council provides independent expertise without compromising the Forum's strategic autonomy.
Industry Relevance
Industrial robotics expertise ensures the Forum remains connected to real-world applications and market needs.
International Perspective
Academic and China-market connections bring international perspectives to the Forum's development.
Event Growth Strategy
Scale-up expertise helps the Forum grow sustainably while maintaining its quality and industry focus.
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