Let us introduce ourselves:
Meet the management team
JÖRN LÜTZEN, MANAGING DIRECTOR IST GROUP
As a specialist for customized products, our state-of the art facilities bring out the best in our team of experts, which reflects on the quality and service we proudly deliver.
Dr. Jörn Lützen started his professional career at the US electronics company Motorola in Mesa, Arizona where he held the position of integration engineer for two years. He then worked for the semiconductor manufacturer Infineon (later Qimonda) in Dresden, Germany for 10 years in various functions, being responsible for technology development and the production of memory modules.
He worked at iST for 12 years in the role as COO before taking on the position of CEO in 2021.
Rock climbing, skiing, sailing
PETER ANDEREGG, DIRECTOR CONTROLLING & FINANCE
It's a pleasure to regularly realize and implement projects successfully with this motivated, young and dynamic team of iST. The collaboration across different divisions is uncomplicated and pragmatic. Flexible and committed employees are our key to success, on whom we thankfully rely on.
Peter Anderegg joined iST as CFO in 2012. Prior to that he worked for 4 years at Oerlikon Textile Components as Site Manager. His 21-year professional career before that included various positions in small and medium-sized companies as Head of Finance & Administration and 3 years in project management and consulting.
Wine growing, endurance sports, alternative energies
THOMAS BÜRGLER, DIRECTOR OPERATIONS
The satisfaction of our customers and the product quality are our greatest goals. We achieve these thanks to our qualified and committed employees, who can offer our customers the right solution for their applications.
Thomas Bürgler holds a Master of Science degree. He was a Development engineer for humidity sensors at iST for 12 years and held the operational responsibility for major project for 4 years until his promotion to COO in 2021.
Cycling, jogging, cross-country skiing, singing
ALAN RAVIZZA, DIRECTOR SALES & MARKETING
We understand that our sensors are key components that contribute to a safe and advanced functionality of our clients products. We strive to be your number one choice as a dependable supplier and partner for physical, chemical and biological sensors.
Alan Ravizza started his career in R&D at iST in the Flow Sensor design and development before becoming Team Leader and Production Engineer at IST AG, PEPVD Sputtering. Later, he took on the role of Area Sales Manager for the Asia, (Pacific Rim, Japan), UK, Scandinavia before moving to Las Vegas, USA, where he worked as Managing Director, USA Division at iST. In 2021 he returned to Switzerland to join the management team as Director Sales and Marketing.
Piano, guitar, languages, hiking
KATRIN GAJO, DIRECTOR R&D SENSOR MODULES
For us, sensor technology is more than just technology – it's a key to the future. As a company, we want to work with our customers to create spaces where ideas can flourish and people can grow together beyond their perceived limits.
Dr. Katrin Gajo began her career at iST in 2020 as an R&D Engineer in the field of humidity sensors. In the following years, she initially worked as a team leader and in 2023 took over the management of a business unit for flow and humidity sensors as Head of Modules. Since October 2025, she has been a member of the management board and, as Director of R&D, is responsible for the development of sensor modules.
Hiking, skiing, swimming, music
CHRISTOPH HEPP, DIRECTOR R&D SENSOR ELEMENTS
We don't just develop technology – we immerse ourselves in our customers' world to find the best solution for them. Our passion for technological diversity and our curiosity about a wide range of applications drive us forward.
Dr. Christoph Hepp earned his PhD in collaboration with IMTEK at the University of Freiburg and iST. He began his professional journey as a Development Engineer in Flow Engineering, later advancing to Team Leader in Flow Engineering. He then took on the role of Head of the Sensor Elements Department, where he led key innovations in sensor design. After serving as CTO at Sensor Technik Sirnach STS AG for a year, Christoph returned to iST in 2025 as Director R&D Sensor elements, driving the company’s technological vision and strategy.
Skiing, road cycling, windsurfing