Steffen Erath

Steffen Erath is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in innovation and sustainability, currently serving as the Head of Innovation & Sustainability at Hansgrohe Group since September 2008. In this role, Steffen leads the Hansgrohe InnoLab, focusing on sustainability through a planet-centered design approach and driving the green transformation of the company. Steffen has held various positions within Hansgrohe, including Head of Innovation, Head of Product Management for Showers & Faucets, and Intrapreneur. Additionally, Steffen is a Sidepreneur at Erath Ventures since January 2024 and serves as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of St.Gallen and ETH Zürich. Steffen's academic credentials include degrees in Executive Leadership, Strategy & Innovation, and Business Engineering from prestigious institutions such as the University of St.Gallen, UC Berkeley, and The University of Bolton.