Erik Klimisch

Erik Klimisch is a seasoned Design Manager with extensive experience in the automotive industry, currently working at Kia Motors Corporation since June 2005. Prior to this role, Erik served as a Design Manager at Ford Motor Company from 1987 to 2005. In addition to industry experience, Erik has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Michigan from 1997 to 1999, teaching Alias and Design courses, and as a Design Instructor at the College for Creative Studies from 1991 to 1998, focusing on Transportation Design and Rendering. Erik holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Transportation Design from the College for Creative Studies, earned between 1984 and 1987.