Tracy Wessels

Ms. Wessels has worked for Sappi since 2001 holding progressively more senior positions. After starting in R&D at Saiccor Mill, she transitioned into a Customer Technical Services role, which covered both the applications R&D and Customer Technical Services. She brings a strong technical background to her new role, coupled with significant customer relationship management experience, and regular engagement on sustainability related matters.

In addition to her role as GM Technical on the DP Business team, she is a member of the GTMT. She obtained her PhD in Organic Chemistry in 2002 from UKZN and PMD (with distinction) from GIBS. She is the global winner of the Sappi Technical Innovation Award for 2005, amongst other accolades.