Ecolab, a leading provider of water treatment solutions, has appointed Ms. Barriau as their new senior innovation executive to lead the research, development, and engineering organization in Europe and IMEA. Ms. Barriau will be relocating to Denmark in the coming months to take up her new role as chief technology officer at Hempel Group, where she will oversee R&D, procurement, and sustainability.
Hempel Group president and CEO, Michael Hansen, stated that this move demonstrates their commitment to innovation and delivering unparalleled value to customers. Elevating the role of innovation in the executive leadership team is intended to foster a culture of creative thinking and groundbreaking ideas in line with their strategy, particularly in technology and sustainability leadership.
Ms. Barriau herself stated that she is thrilled to take on the role of chief technology officer at Hempel. She plans to unite R&D, sustainability, and procurement to accelerate the development of impactful sustainable solutions in collaboration with customers, suppliers, and partners. As chief technology officer, Ms. Barriau aims to leverage the potential of Hempel’s innovation to create greater value and lead with differentiated technologies, benefiting both customers and the coatings industry as a whole. This investment in innovation is part of Hempel’s commitment to building a more sustainable world.
