Cefic appoints Witthaut as new executive director innovation

Brussels – The European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) has named Daniel Witthaut as the new executive director for its innovation team. 

As a secondee from Evonik AG, Witthaut brings 20 years of experience in innovation, strategy, and new business development functions in different areas of the chemical industry, said Cefic 15 Sept.

“The European chemical industry is buzzing with technologies that provide potential solutions for making the EU Green Deal a reality,” said Witthaut upon the appointment.

Many companies, he went on to say, are committed and are already investing heavily in low-carbon footprint and circular technologies. 

“It’s very exciting to join Cefic and lead the innovation department at this crucial point,” he added.

Witthaut holds a PhD in organic chemistry as well as an MBA from the University of Chicago. 

Since 2001 he has held various roles in Germany, Singapore, and China within Evonik AG and was recently head of portfolio and processes for research, development & innovation.