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Global Head of Innovation @ELANTAS
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WORK HISTORY
Global Head of Innovation @ELANTAS
Breitenbach, CH
Transforming ELANTAS\' product portfolio toward sustainability (SBTi-aligned)- Leading all global digitalization initiatives in R&D- Driving New Business Development by identifying markets and applications for existing technologies- Guiding technology scouting in collaboration with ALTANA Corporate Venturing.
EDUCATION
Rochester-Bern Executive Programs
Executive MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Bern
Master of Science - MSc, Biochemistry
Pädagogische Hochschule Bern (PHBern)
Highschool Teacher Diploma, Chemistry
University of Bern
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Chemistry
University of Rochester - Simon Business School
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, Finance
University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW
CAS Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
ABOUT ALAIN ZAHN
R&D and Innovation Executive with 15+ years of experience in advanced materials, leading global teams and managing complex innovation portfolios. Expert in thermosetting formulations (PU, epoxy, UPE, waterborne) for adhesives, sealants, foams, and coatings. Strong track record in technical customer support, especially for Automotive OEMs.Currently driving the transformation of our product portfolio toward greater sustainability and digitalization in R&D, aligning innovation with future market and environmental needs.PhD in Chemistry and MBA in General Management—bridging science and strategy to deliver impactful, future-ready solutions.
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