Diane van Niekerk

Diane van Niekerk is a seasoned project management professional with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and consumer goods industries. Currently serving as a Sr. Project Manager at Chartwell Pharmaceuticals since January 2023, Diane previously held the role of Project Manager II at Lannett Company, where responsibilities included driving the development and launch of affordable generic pharmaceuticals. Prior to that, Diane was a Sr. Project Manager at Danone North America, leading top-line innovation projects for major brands. An independent consultant for PepsiCo from 2010 to 2015, Diane has also held various leadership positions within the company, including Principle Operations Manager and Worldwide Concentrate Operations Manager, focusing on innovation initiatives and operational leadership. Diane holds a BBA in Marketing Management from Pace University - Lubin School of Business.