Dr. Katrin Schmallenbach

Dr. Katrin Schmallenbach has a diverse work experience spanning over 23 years. Dr. Katrin currently serves as the Vice President of Product Stewardship at Evonik, where they analyze business needs related to chemical and special regulations worldwide and transforms the Product Safety organization accordingly. Dr. Katrin actively manages the implications of the Green Deal and the Chemical Strategy for Sustainability, ensuring awareness of risks and opportunities. Previously, Dr. Schmallenbach worked as the Vice President of Corporate Human Resources at Evonik Industries AG, where they developed innovative strategies to accomplish business targets and enhance productivity and efficiency. Prior to that, they held the position of Vice President of Product Stewardship at Evonik Performance Materials GmbH, where they implemented legal and voluntary obligations on product stewardship and developed new scientific methodologies. Before joining Evonik, they worked as the REACH Project Manager at Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, streamlining business operations and managing compliance implementation. Dr. Katrin also has experience working as a Senior Scientist at Schwarz Biosciences and as a Veterinary Surgeon in both Horse Practice and Large Animal Practice.

Dr. Katrin Schmallenbach completed their education history as follows:

- Obtained a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from The University of Edinburgh in 1997.

- Completed their specialization on Pharmacology and Toxicology (Fachtierarzt) in Veterinary Medicine from Justus Liebig University Giessen from 2003 to 2007.

- Earned a Master of Science degree in Pharmaceutical Medicine from Universität Witten/Herdecke from 2001 to 2003.

- Achieved the Approbation als Tierärztin (Veterinary License) from Justus Liebig University Giessen from 1990 to 1995.

- Attended Freie Universität Berlin for Veterinary Medicine in 1989.

- Participated in Veterinary Medicine studies at the University of Antwerp in 1988.

Dr. Katrin also obtained a certification in Sustainability Strategies from LinkedIn in 2023.