Joana Bremer - Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is handling the baton as Co-Chair of the Germany Chapter to Sarah Koop - METRO

As of January 15, 2023, Joana Bremer, Associate Director of Flavour Brands & Channel Development Strategy, Sales / Commercial Development at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Germany, handled the baton as Co-Chair of the Germany Chapter to Sarah Koop, Operations Manager Delivery Department at METRO, Germany.

Mick Broekhof, Co-founder and Secretary of the Board of LEAD Network, said: "The founders of LEAD Network, Helayne Angelus and I, know of the importance of Chapters. They are the local drivers of growth and instrumental in the success of our mission. Special mention goes to the Chapter Chairs who develop the local strategy and ensure it is executed successfully with the help of a dedicated team of volunteers. Joana Bremer has been the Chapter Chair for Germany for more than four years. She innovated, led, inspired, and left an impact on Germany's CPG and retail industry. Joana, thank you for all your contributions to the mission of LEAD Network."

Stina Hotine, Chapter Manager, added: "It has been a true pleasure working with Joana as the Chair of the Germany Chapter; she is an inspirational leader, strategic, innovative, and on point. Joana leaves a solid foundation for the Chapter to take forward. Thank you, and best of luck in future endeavours!"

In accepting the Co-Chair role, Sarah Koop said, "For me, being a part of the LEAD Network means being able to make a difference. Through the network, I can share my knowledge and gain new insights. My drive has always been to support and develop people with a view of our diversity and togetherness."

While we thank Joana for her generosity and dedication over the past four years and wish her all the best in her new ventures, we welcome Sarah Koop. We wish Sarah an incredible journey as the newly appointed Co-Chair of the Germany Chapter.