Bodo Philipp, with over 20 years of automotive experience at global names like Bugatti Rimac, Audi and Volkswagen, takes over as CEO of MHP Consulting UK. His mandate is to drive digital innovation, empower teams and strengthen partnerships with OEMs to navigate both traditional and EV sectors.
MHP Consulting UK has announced the appointment of Bodo Philipp as its new CEO, bringing with him more than two decades of experience in the automotive industry. Having held key leadership roles at Bugatti Rimac, Lamborghini, Audi and Volkswagen, across the UK, Germany, and Italy, Philipp’s career has spanned the breadth of the automotive sector, from luxury brands to mass-market manufacturers. Now, he takes on the challenge of steering MHP Consulting UK, a Porsche-owned subsidiary, through a period of rapid transformation for the automotive industry.
Philipp succeeds Guy Williamson, who is credited with laying the groundwork for MHP UK’s success in recent years. Reflecting on Williamson’s tenure, Philipp remarked, “Guy led MHP UK with passion, dedication and unwavering commitment to excellence. He transformed obstacles into milestones and built an MHP subsidiary grounded in integrity and innovation. On behalf of MHP, the team and I would like to express our gratitude to Guy for his contribution over the last five years.”
As he takes the reins, Philipp’s focus will be on driving growth through three core strategies. First, expanding MHP’s digital transformation services. This includes areas such as business process outsourcing, cyber security, data analytics and improving customer experience – all critical as the industry continues to adopt more digital tools and systems.
Second, he aims to deepen engagement with automotive OEMs, both at the executive level and on the technical side. Building these relationships, especially at a time when OEMs are navigating the complex shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) and increasing regulatory pressure, will be key to MHP’s success. Lastly, Philipp is committed to empowering the UK team, ensuring agility in their approach as they continue to grow MHP’s footprint.
Speaking on his new role, Philipp said, “I am delighted to have been appointed as CEO to MHP UK. MHP has a fantastic proposition to help guide the automotive industry in the UK into a digital future. I see my role in a dual capacity as both a thought leader and as a team and customer adviser. Ultimately, it is about elevating our current positioning and bringing greater innovation and process optimisation to both the traditional and EV automotive sectors that will help OEMs add business and consumer value in a rapidly changing market dynamic.”
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Phillip’s vision for MHP is clear: positioning the company as a vital partner for UK-based OEMs, helping them to unlock value not just in manufacturing, but across the entire business ecosystem. By leveraging his vast experience in international business, Philipp is well-placed to drive this next stage of growth. His track record of working with diverse automotive brands gives him the credibility needed to navigate the industry’s ongoing evolution – particularly as EVs become more central to the market.
Henning Schulze, Partner and Head of International and Global Sourcing at MHP, voiced strong confidence in Philipp’s ability to lead the company. “With Bodo Philipps’s extensive leadership experience and deep industry insights, we are confident that he will play a pivotal role in accelerating MHP UK’s growth. His expertise will be instrumental in guiding our clients through digital transformation and strengthening our position as a key partner to the automotive sector.”
Philipp’s appointment signals a clear intent from MHP Consulting UK to strengthen its role in the digital transformation of the automotive sector. As OEMs face unprecedented challenges, from supply chain disruptions to the shift toward electrification, MHP’s expertise in process optimisation, data-driven decision-making, and customer experience management will be invaluable.
In a sector undergoing such profound change, leadership that understands both the traditional demands of the industry and the disruptive potential of new technologies is crucial. Philipp, with his extensive experience across brands and markets, is well-positioned to steer MHP Consulting UK and its clients through this complex landscape.
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