EIC Summit 25 Networking Platform

2–3 Apr 2025 | Brussels, Belgium

Franz Reitbauer

Founder and CEO

Lithos Crop Protect

Ennsdorf, Austria

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Founder and CEO of Lithos Crop Protect, which develops and markets innovative natural plant protection products, based on patented micro dispenser technology

My organisation

Lithos Crop Protect

Lithos Crop Protect

Start-ups and SMEs

Ennsdorf, Austria

At Lithos Crop Protect, we are dedicated to revolutionizing agricultural practices through innovative crop protection solutions. We focus on developing environmentally friendly products that enhance crop health while ensuring sustainability in farming. Our team of experts combines cutting-edge research with practical applications to provide effective and efficient solutions for farmers. Together, we strive to support the agricultural community in maximizing yield and protecting their livelihoods.
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About me

Franz Reitbauer is Lithos’ Managing Shareholder. He has 30+ years of experience in general management and international business development. Franz held top management positions within several multinational corporations (Bombardier-Rotax, Greiner, Asamer).

Starting in 2013 he founded the Lithos group, that successfully develops, produces and markets innovations based on natural minerals, focusing on the health of humans, animals and plants. In this context, a revolutionary natural plant protection technology was invented and patented, that led to the spin-off of Lithos Crop Protect in 2018.

Franz holds a PhD. from Johannes Kepler University in Linz (Austria) and an MBA from Emory University in Atlanta (USA) -). He acts as Lecturer for “International Leadership” at the University for Applied Sciences Upper Austria. Within the Federation of Austrian Industries he is member of the Council for Economic and Social Policies.

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Skills

  • innovations management
  • start-up development
  • International Business Development
  • leadership

Interests

  • Investors
  • Agriculture and food safety
  • Natural plant protection

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