Verena Rathjen

Verena Rathjen serves as Vice President EMEA and Managing Director at Axis Communications, where responsibilities center on developing innovative network solutions for security and operational efficiency since November 2017. In addition, Rathjen is a Supervisory Board member for DIGATUS AG, an IT consulting group, from June 2024. Previously, leadership roles at LEDVANCE included Global CEO for SMART Business and Head of LED LAMPS EUROPE, with notable achievements in redefining product portfolios and launching new luminaires in record time. Earlier experience includes a Marketing and Strategy Lead role at OSRAM, overseeing significant business transformations, and project management at Siemens Management Consulting and Atos. Educational credentials include a Diplom Kauffrau in Business Management and Marketing from the University of Applied Sciences Berlin.