Hempel is thrilled to announce the appointment of Emilie Barriau as the chief technology officer, a new addition to its executive group management team. This move aligns with Hempel’s Double Impact strategy, which emphasizes innovation as a critical component of the organization.
Barriau brings with her 15 years of international experience in senior innovation roles at Henkel Adhesives Technologies and Ecolab. Her background in serving industries such as transport, metals, and electronics on a global scale has prepared her for this new role at Hempel.
Michael Hansen, the group president and CEO, highlighted the significance of this appointment in driving innovation and sustainability within the organization. Elevating innovation to the executive leadership level underscores Hempel’s commitment to delivering value to customers through creative thinking and groundbreaking ideas.
Hansen expressed his excitement about Barriau joining the team and praised her ability to connect with others, strong business acumen, and customer-centric focus. Barriau shared her enthusiasm for leading innovation efforts at Hempel and working towards impactful sustainable solutions alongside customers, suppliers, and partners.
Barriau believes that Hempel has the potential to create greater value and lead with differentiated technologies in the coatings industry. By uniting R&D, sustainability, and procurement functions, she aims to accelerate the company’s path to sustainability and innovation, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable world.
