Frank I. Michel is an experienced professional in the sports and innovation sectors, currently serving as Innovation Manager at VAUDE since February 2015 and as Geschäftsführer at SCM - Sports Consulting Michel since January 2009. Previous roles include Research Associate in the sports division at bfu - Swiss Council for Accident Prevention from October 2008 to August 2014, and Senior Sports Researcher at adidas from February 1997 to August 2008, where responsibilities included managing the Biomechanical Lab and Advanced Product Evaluation. Frank I. Michel holds a Doctorate in biomechanics and sport orthopaedics from Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln, along with various degrees in athletic shoe technology, sports business, and education from notable German universities.