
Sibylle Ito
@sibylleito
I build global partnerships and grow process-instrumentation markets across chemical, pharma, biotech, and food industries.
What I'm looking for
At Aquasant Messtechnik AG, I lead global sales and technical support for process sensors, developing customized solutions for chemical and pharmaceutical partners and expanding markets through stronger client bases and product offerings.
Over more than 30 years, I’ve grown international business across Europe, the Americas, and Asia through technical sales, distributor development, product marketing, and application support. I build lasting partnerships by understanding technical challenges and delivering measurement solutions that improve efficiency, safety, and process performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global Business Manager
Aquasant Messtechnik AG
Feb 2025 - Present (1 year 9 months)
In my role as a Global Business Manager at Aquasant Messtechnik AG in Bubendorf, Switzerland, I am responsible for overseeing global sales and technical support for sensors in the chemical/pharmaceutical industry. I develop customized solutions for business partners, driving strategic market development and achieving a significant increase in revenue through expanding the client base and enhancing
Business Development Manager
Uresh AG
Apr 2018 - Nov 2024 (6 years 7 months)
• Developed market strategies for pigging systems in pharma, biotech, and food industries globally.
• Led technical sales initiatives to enhance product quality and sustainability in production processes.
• Achieved increased market penetration and revenue growth through successful market development efforts.
International Sales Manager
Aquasant measuring technique Ltd
Apr 2017 - Mar 2018 (11 months)
Responsible for international market development through distributor selection and technical support with focus on the Americas and Asia. The sensors are mainly used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, biotech, food & beverages and petrochemical industry.
Owner, CEO
pequeñITO
Mar 2015 - Apr 2017 (2 years 1 month)
Authentic Japanese restaurant pequeñITO providing healthy food choices with udon, curry, and sushi. Started off as "restaurante puerta cerrada" out of home, now public restaurant in Punta Carretas, Montevideo. Received only 5 star recommendations on TripAdvisor, FB and SalirAComer, 90% of clients are repeaters.
Udon preparation training
Hanamaru Udon
Oct 2014 - Jan 2015 (3 months)
Working at largest Udon franchise in Japan as preparation for the move to South America. Doing an apprenticeship that includes all food preparation stations at an Udon shop at local Aeon supermarket food court.
Senior Advisor
Gaipro, Inc.
May 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 7 months)
Volunteer as senior adviser for internationally active headhunting company.
Area Sales Manager Hamilton Products Japan / Pacific Rim
Hamilton Company Japan
Jun 2009 - Sep 2014 (5 years 3 months)
Responsible for sales and market development through distributor and OEM sales for Japan and Pacific Rim (incl. Australia & New Zealand). Successfully promoted, sold, technically supported several product lines from Hamilton including the laboratory instruments, automation and lab/process sector. Primary focus was on market penetration of process sensors for the biotech, pharma, chemical and food
Representative Director
Analytik Jena AG
May 2007 - May 2009 (2 years)
For Analytic Jena (previous CyBio) I have created a successful subsidiary with 5 Japanese members, when not only the transfer of distributor to direct sales could be achieved smoothly, but as well total turnover and market penetration could be increased within a remarkable short time.
Senior Consultant
Oak Associates
Sep 2006 - Apr 2007 (7 months)
Fully responsible for sourcing candidates and clients, providing the service of carefully screening and evaluating personality and professional background of candidates, leading then to successful placements, strongly focused on teamwork within the company
Sole regional sales manager for catalysts/related products for the polyolefin industry, supervising six country sales managers (Korea, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand). In addition, directly responsible for sales activities in China, dealing with local trading companies.
Account Manager
Santa Fe Relocation Services
Aug 2002 - Apr 2003 (8 months)
In charge of organizing overseas and local moves of expatriates and Japanese nationals, while gaining entry into new commercial accounts
Business Consultant
Marss America
Jan 2001 - Jan 2002 (1 year)
Full time consultant for Hamari Chemicals (a Japanese specialty chemical company), advising the company on the North American market. Additionally, handled sales activities in U.S. and Europe:
• Procured multi-million contract with leading U.S. cosmetic company
• Built up contacts with top pharma/biotech companies in U.S. and Europe
Intern
Trillium Digital Systems
Jan 1999 - Jan 2000 (1 year)
Searched and reviewed potential VoIP solution
Chemist at Institute of Plant Biology
University of Zurich
Sep 1994 - Jan 1997 (2 years 4 months)
Grape leaf enzyme (invertase) related R&D laboratory work
Product Specialist / Quality Control Manager
QIAGEN
Jun 1993 - Aug 1994 (1 year 2 months)
Quality control manager at a major Swiss high throughput liquid handling instrumentation manufacturer, in charge of:
• Implementing and executing ISO 9001 practice
• Providing support and training at customer locations worldwide
Laboratory Technician
Suva
Jul 1985 - Apr 1990 (4 years 9 months)
Laboratory technician at the largest Swiss Accident Insurance Fund (with the mission of preventing work-related accidents and diseases), responsible for:
• Developing analytical instrumental application methods for work-related hazardous organic and inorganic compounds
• Troubleshooting of analytical instruments used in various experiments and research
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Wageningen University & Research
EdX, Nutrition and Health: Human Microbiome
2020 - 2020
University of Adelaide
EdX Introduction to Project Management, Project101x: Introduction to Project Management
2017 - 2018
Online edX course
University of Adelaide
EdX, Project Management
2017 - 2018
Completed an online edX course on Introduction to Project Management.
Delft University of Technology
EdX IB01x: Industrial Biotechnology, Industrial Biotechnology
2016 - 2016
Online Education through University of Delft.
Delft University of Technology
EdX, Industrial Biotechnology
2016 - 2016
Completed an online course on Industrial Biotechnology through edX.
Pepperdine University
BA, International Studies with Focus on Asia
1998 - 2000
Started studies at Santa Monica Community College
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
1998 - 2000
Pursued a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with a focus on Asia, beginning studies at Santa Monica Community College.
Berner Fachhochschule BFH
BS, Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry and Engineering)
1990 - 1993
Berner Fachhochschule BFH
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
1990 - 1993
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a focus on Analytical Chemistry and Engineering.
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