Henkel names Anna An as head of Greater China

Henkel announced the appointment of Anna An as president of Greater China. She will be fully responsible for Henkel’s business operations in Greater China.

An will also continue in her current role as head of Henkel Adhesive Technologies, Asia Pacific automotive OEM business, a position she has held since 2020.

The Adhesive Technologies business is the global leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. 

“We are delighted to appoint Anna as president of Greater China,” said Carmen Chua, president of Henkel Asia Pacific. “As one of Henkel’s major markets, China plays an important role in the company’s global business strategy. With nearly 30 years of extensive management experience at industry-leading companies in China and Asia Pacific, Anna has strategic thinking and is passionate about culture and talent development. I believe Anna is the best person to lead Henkel’s business in China to new heights.”

“I am excited and honored to take on this role as president of Greater China,” An said. “I look forward to working closely with my leadership team and all colleagues in Greater China to further drive innovation-led sustainable growth, providing products and solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers and consumers, and create value for them.”

An holds a bachelor’s degree in polymer materials from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and a master’s degree in the same field from Dalian University of Technology. She also has an MBA from Steinbeis University Berlin in Germany.