Neschen Coating GmbH, a leading provider of innovative coating solutions and specialty media, has appointed Dr Yvonne Galinski as the new Head of the Research and Development Department. Dr. Galinski assumed her position on 1 August 2024, bringing extensive academic and professional expertise, making her an ideal fit for this key role. This year, Neschen celebrates its 135th anniversary, continuing its long tradition with a clear focus on innovation and sustainability.
With Dr Yvonne Galinski’s appointment as Head of Research and Development, Neschen underscores its commitment to advancing innovative and sustainable solutions. The strategic decision to divide laboratory responsibilities between research and development and quality assurance enables a more specialised approach. Dr Galinski will lead Research and Development, while Dr Markiewicz will continue to oversee Quality Assurance. This realignment is expected to strengthen Neschen’s position as a leader in innovation and ensures the highest product quality.
Experience and expertise
Galinski, originally from Ibbenbüren, Germany, holds degrees in physics and chemistry, followed by a Master’s in Materials Science from the University of Osnabrück. She began her career at Felix Schoeller, a renowned manufacturer of specialty papers and coatings, as a project manager in the development of decorative papers while simultaneously pursuing her doctorate.
In 2017, she transitioned to the development of extrusion coatings and silicone coatings. Thanks to her outstanding expertise and strategic foresight, she quickly rose through various leadership positions, eventually taking on overall responsibility for all laboratory areas. In this role, Galinski was instrumental in advancements in coating technology that had the potential to set new industry standards. Her work strengthened the company’s innovation capabilities and competitiveness by driving forward innovative solutions and processes in a highly competitive market.
Management’s strategic assessment
Nils A. Honscha, Managing Director of Neschen, emphasises the importance of this new appointment: “With Dr Yvonne Galinski, we gain an excellent scientist and leader who will significantly shape the future of our research and development with her extensive expertise and innovative mindset. Together with Dr Markiewicz, who continues to lead quality assurance, we now have a strong leadership team that sets the course for future success and the highest product standards. Integrating Dr Galinski into Neschen’s leadership team is a key part of our strategic direction. Her focus on developing sustainable, forward-looking materials perfectly aligns with Neschen’s vision of further expanding its leadership in environmentally friendly coating solutions. Dr Galinski will play a crucial role in advancing our innovation pipeline and ensuring that we continue to introduce products to the market that meet the highest ecological and technological standards.”
Galinski looks forward to her new role at Neschen: “I am very excited to be part of the team and to actively shape the future of Neschen`s material sciences in such a dynamic environment. Together, we will develop innovative solutions that meet the high demands of our customers while setting sustainable standards.”