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Executive Leadership Team

Our nine-member Board of Directors and six-member Executive Leadership Team comprise broad and global management experience, comprehensive biotech expertise and in-depth knowledge of Novozymes' business. The members' competencies combine to ensure the best possible management of the company.

Peder Holk Nielsen

Born 1956. President & CEO.

Board positions

Member:

Hempel A/S

LEO Pharma A/S


Education:

Holds a Ph.D. and an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and a B.Com. in International Business Management from Copenhagen Business School.


Special competencies

Novozymes’ CEO since 2013. Peder focuses on developing our organization and processes to effectively turn market insights into product ideas and solutions that excite Novozymes’ customers. With his background in engineering and business management, Peder drives an agenda that couples market insights and research capabilities to deliver innovation and growth.

Tina Sejersgård Fanø

Born 1969. Executive Vice President, Agriculture & Bioenergy.

Board positions

Member:

DLF Seeds & Science

Professional Packaging Systems


Education:

Holds an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU).


Special competencies

Tina is responsible for application research, technical service, sales and marketing in the Agriculture & Bioenergy division. Tina has significant experience in developing and managing global partnerships and has been instrumental in negotiating several major business deals for Novozymes over the years.

Andrew Fordyce

Born 1963. Executive Vice President, Food & Beverages.
Education:

Holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, US.


Special competencies

Andy is responsible for application research, technical service, sales and marketing in the Food & Beverages division. Andy’s career has moved from pure engineering to a strong focus on value generation for customers. Previous responsibilities include global sales and marketing, strategic account management and technical service strategy.

Benny D. Loft

Born 1965. CFO & Executive Vice President, Corporate Functions.

Board positions

Member:

DONG Energy A/S

New Xellia Group A/S

Chairman of the Audit Committee:

DONG Energy A/S

New Xellia Group A/S


Education:

Holds an M.Sc. in accounting, tax and auditing from Copenhagen Business School. State-authorized Public Accountant.


Special competencies

Benny leads Corporate Functions, which covers finance, investor relations, legal, IT, human resources, sourcing, global business services, facility management and communications. Benny combines deep financial experience and acumen with extensive operational knowledge of the company’s core areas.

Anders Lund

Born 1973. Executive Vice President, Household Care & Technical.

Thomas Videbæk

Born 1960. COO & Executive Vice President, Research, Innovation & Supply.

Board positions

Vice Chairman:

Albumedix A/S

Member:

Evolva SA


Education:

Holds a Ph.D. and an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and a B.Com. in International Business from Copenhagen Business School.


Special competencies

Thomas is responsible for Novozymes’ Research, Innovation & Supply unit. The unit has core research at its center and focuses on developing new biological solutions and production optimization – from discovery to large-scale manufacturing. The unit also ensures the supply and quality of our products and incubation of new platforms. Thomas has been a central driver of business ventures outside Novozymes’ established areas for several years. He also has broad knowledge of sales and customer solutions and supply chain operations.