At the annual general meeting of the German RETech Partnership, held at the House of Circular Economy in Berlin, the members elected a new Board. In addition to reviewing successful activities, discussions focused on the strategic development of the network and the future direction of international cooperation.
Composition of the New Board
The following individuals were elected to the Board:
- Lucas Dörr, Head of Export Business Development, FAUN Group
- Friederike Brinker, Staff Member, Nehlsen Group
- Sebastian Frisch, Managing Director, BlackForest Solutions GmbH
- Michael Ludden, Managing Partner, Sutco®
- Prof. Dr. Michael Nelles, Chair of Waste and Resource Management, University of Rostock
- Florian Werthmann, Managing Director, ECOLOGICON GmbH
- Katharina Schlegel, Global Industry Lead IFAT, Messe München
- Thomas Runde, Managing Director, Tietjen Verfahrenstechnik GmbH
Executive Board
The roles of the Executive Board will be taken on by:
- Lucas Dörr (Chair)
- Friederike Brinker
- Sebastian Frisch
With their experience, expertise and strong commitment, the new team will actively shape RETech’s strategic development. We look forward to new impulses, joint solutions and strengthened international cooperation in support of the circular economy.
Appreciation for Former Board Members
We extend our sincere thanks to the former Board members Dr. Armin Vogel, Stefan Keck, Arne Grewe and Christoph Urbschat for their valuable work and long-term dedication.
A special thanks goes to Dr. Armin Vogel, who shaped and significantly further developed the network during his 13 years as Chair.



