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Laurent Genilloud

Chief Technology Officer at Contrinex

Laurent Genilloud started their work experience at Swatch Group R&D SA in 2000 as an R&D Engineer, where they led projects related to image sensor integrated circuits and photographic lenses. In 2006, they joined Contrinex as the Head of Safety Technology in the R&D Department. Over the years, they held various positions in Contrinex, including Vice President of Research & Development, Senior Vice President of R&D, and finally, Chief Technology Officer. In these roles, they were responsible for managing the R&D department, interacting with the management board, defining and executing the company's development strategy.

Laurent Genilloud earned a PhD in Nuclear Physics from Université de Fribourg - Universität Freiburg in the years 1997 to 2000. Prior to that, they pursued an Msc in Physics and Mathematics at the same institution from 1992 to 1997. Furthermore, Laurent attended Collège St-Michel from 1989 to 1992, though no specific degree or field of study is mentioned.

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Belfaux, Switzerland

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Contrinex

Contrinex, founded in 1972, has grown from a one-man operation into a multi-national group now employing over 500 people worldwide and maintaining an active presence in over 60 countries. The company focuses on the development, manufacture and sales of top quality sensing equipment for industrial applications. In particular, Contrinex specializes in miniature devices, long operating distances, resistance to extreme environmental conditions, and devices in full-metal housings. Standout Contrinex innovations include the world’s smallest inductive sensor (the “MiniMini”), high-pressure resistant sensors in practically indestructible housings, world-class ASIC-based sensors, and the leading offer in IO-Link sensors for smart factory applications.