Ahmed Selema ⚡

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Chief Technology Officer at Drive13

Ghent, Flemish Region, Belgium

Overview

Dr. Ahmed Selema is the CTO of Drive13, a Ghent University spin-off specializing in electric motor technology. With over 10 years of experience, he leads product development and innovation, focusing on smart and sustainable manufacturing. His background includes a PhD and R&D roles at Ghent University.

As a technology enthusiast with an entrepreneurial mindset, he is passionate about transforming pioneering ideas into scalable, real-world solutions. He actively participates in industry events and conferences to share his work and exchange ideas on the future of innovation with researchers and industry leaders.

He is pioneering the use of 3D printed windings for high-performance racing motors to improve performance and thermal management.

Personality Overview

Decisive

Achievment Oriented

Charming & Persuasive

They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.  They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something. They usually prefer to drive the conversation.

Topics They Care About

Electric Motor Innovation
His work focuses on advanced winding technology, including 3D printed windings for racing motors, to enhance performance, lightweight design, and thermal management.
Sustainable Manufacturing
He is actively involved in discussions about creating an independent European supply chain for rare-earth magnets, aligning with EU's Critical Raw Materials Act.
Tech Commercialization
As CTO of a university spin-off, he is focused on bridging the gap between R&D and market-ready products, turning innovative concepts into scalable solutions.

Media Appearances

Ahmed has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
Chief Technology Officer at Drive13
9-2023 - 8-2025
E-Motor Technologist at Drive13
10-2020 - 9-2025
R&D Electromagnetic Engineer at Ghent University
10-2020 - 9-2025
Core Lab Member at Flanders Make

Education

10-2020 - 2-2024
PhD from Ghent University

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Exp : 5 Location : Ghent, Flemish Region, Belgium Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief Technology Officer at Drive13
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Insights For Selling To Ahmed

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally
  • Clearly address the competitive aspects

DONT's

  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient
  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ahmed is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ahmed

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ahmed move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Ahmed take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Ahmed

Personality Compatibility


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