Hans Adlkofer

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Senior Consultant at Freelance

Greater Munich Metropolitan Area, Germany

Overview

Hans Adlkofer is a veteran semiconductor executive, recently transitioning from his long-term role as Senior Vice President of Automotive Systems at Infineon Technologies. He studied electronics with a focus on semiconductor technologies and now operates as a freelance senior consultant, advising startups, customers, and investors in the automotive and AI sectors.

Beyond his extensive corporate career, Hans is active in his local community. He recently took the initiative to gather a group of volunteers to successfully renovate a historic local chapel, demonstrating a strong commitment to community-led projects and local heritage.

Unique fact: He personally spearheaded a community project to organize and complete the renovation of a local chapel that was originally built in 1728.

Personality Overview

Friendly Yet Blunt

Persuasive & Assertive

Challenger

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing  They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting proof as well as information.

Topics They Care About

Software-Defined Vehicles
He is a vocal proponent of developing cost-optimized and flexible chipsets that enable automakers to adapt quickly and focus on creating brand-defining experiences through software.
EV Powertrain Tech
He provides expert commentary on the evolution of electric vehicle inverters, particularly the industry's critical shift to Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN) technologies.
Automotive Cybersecurity
He believes in creating security architectures that make the economic cost of hacking a vehicle higher than the potential gain for attackers.

Media Appearances

Hans has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2026
Senior Consultant at Freelance
1-2026
Retired at Infineon Technologies
12-2008 - 1-2026
Senior Vice President at Infineon Technologies
8-2003 - 11-2008
VP & GM at Infineon Technologies
1-2000 - 7-2003
VP Business Operation Sales&MKT in APAC at Infineon Technologies

Education

Hans has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Hans

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘clear evidence’, ‘data-based results’ etc.
  • Be prepared for a mix of questions and inquisitiveness, answer them in the tone in which they have been asked
  • Use a combination of data as well as stories for your pitch, a ppt might not be necessary

DONT's

  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal even if you come to form one
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Avoid making offhand commitments, understand the root of their concerns first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Hans is

  • Proven value, strong objective evidence are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Hans

  • They are practical and friendly, but can give a clear response with a little prodding

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Hans move?

  • They like to be detailed, so unless they develop strong conviction, they can take their time to arrive at decisions
  • Can Hans take some risk or not?

  • They evaluate their decisions systematically and do not take risks that often, unless you can get them to develop strong conviction

You And Hans

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