Cathy Howat

Cathy Howat is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in the life sciences sector, currently serving as the Senior Director of EMEA Marketing at Thermo Fisher Scientific since September 2016. In this role, Cathy oversees approximately 100 marketeers, focusing on customer-centric strategies to drive growth across academia, biotech, pharma, and clinical sectors. Previously, Cathy held leadership positions at GE Healthcare, including Senior Segment Product Marketing Manager and Marketing Director for Cell Technologies, where significant sales increases were achieved through innovative marketing campaigns. Cathy's career began at Amersham Biosciences and includes roles in business development and product management, showcasing a strong background in strategic marketing and product lifecycle management. Cathy holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting and Finance, a Master's Degree in Marketing, and a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacology and Biochemistry.