Wolfgang Stelzle

Wolfgang Stelzle is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategy and operations, particularly in the fields of augmented reality (AR) and advanced product development. Currently serving as Vice President of Strategy & Operations and Chief of Staff for ALM at PTC since February 2022, Wolfgang has previously held key roles in business strategy and operations for PTC's Vuforia platform. Wolfgang is also a co-founder and advisor at VRdirect, which specializes in creating interactive virtual reality experiences. Additional positions include Director of AR Strategy at Home of Athletes, Ambassador for the German Accelerator, Chairman of the Federal Commission "Startups" at Wirtschaftsrat der CDU e.V., and Founder & CEO of RE'FLEKT GmbH, which was recognized as a leading startup in enterprise AR. Wolfgang's career began with a strong foundation in sports management, complemented by experience at adidas and a scientific assistant role at the University of Stuttgart.