Meet our leadership team

Thomas Golücke, CEO

"I am incredibly honored to lead Medela, a company where our products and services truly make a difference, nurturing health for generations. Having been a proud Medelanian for over 10 years, I've experienced firsthand our commitment to delivering the highest standards of quality, innovation, and care to moms, families, patients, and healthcare professionals. United around our shared mission to turn science into care, and with a company culture rooted in collaboration, equity, inclusion, and respect, every employee feels empowered to make a meaningful impact. Together, we create impactful solutions that address the unique needs of our customers and advance breastfeeding and healthcare outcomes worldwide.”

Thomas Golücke is the Group CEO of Medela. He joined Medela Group in 2014 and served as EVP Europe Americas until July 2024, before he was promoted to CEO. Thomas has extensive experience in General Management, Sales and Marketing from previous positions at SmithKline Beecham, Novartis and Nycomed.

Thomas Ertl, COO

“At Medela, we are committed to continuous improvement in our operations to fuel growth, drive positive change, and constantly elevate our standards across the entire value chain. From sourcing and manufacturing to logistics and distribution, we focus on every link in this chain, not only to ensure a strong backbone and deliver high quality products and services. We also uphold responsible resource management and environmental stewardship while complying with various regulatory requirements that govern our products in the various markets.”

Thomas Ertl joined Medela Group in 2019 as COO. Before this, Thomas held a number of Operations, Quality and Regulatory leadership roles at Baxter and Gambro.

Kelley Evans, EVP Americas

“With extensive experience in the mom and baby space and having been a Medela mom myself, contributing to our shared vision of excellence and compassion is incredibly important to me. Our mission is to turn science into care to ensure that our customers receive the solutions, care, and support they need. Together with our talented North American team, I look forward to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and continuing to deliver exceptional products and services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our customers, nurturing health for generations."

Kelley Evans joined Medela Group in 2024 as EVP Americas. Previously, Kelley held various senior leadership roles in Sales, eCommerce and Strategic Partnerships at MAM Baby, Frida and Munchkin.

Urs Furrer, EVP International

“As the International team, we are privileged to serve diverse and multi-ethnic customers with exceptional products and services across more than 50 countries. We are focused on leveraging our diverse expertise, fostering strong relationships with our business partners and embracing cultural nuances to connect families and patients with our innovative solutions and improve health outcomes worldwide.”

Urs Furrer joined Medela Group in 2014 and was promoted to EVP International region in 2021. Before this, Urs held various leadership positions at both Tecan and 3M.

Gerald Hübner, EVP Europe

“At Medela, we prioritize our customers by delivering the highest standards of quality, innovation, and care. We serve moms, families, patients, and healthcare professionals across Europe, addressing their unique needs and embracing Europe’s rich cultural diversity. By staying at the forefront of industry trends, honoring our heritage, and engaging deeply with our customers, our dedicated team leads the way in advancing breastfeeding and healthcare solutions, nurturing health for generations to come.”

Gerald Hübner joined Medela Group in 2020, serving as EVP Europe since 2024. Gerald has broad General Management and Sales experience from previous roles at Bahlsen KG, Aryzta Food Solution GmbH, Milupa GmbH and Danone GmbH.

Nicolé Kettenus-Schwarz, CMO

“Together with my team, we are passionate about bringing our mission of turning science into care to life: delivering innovative products and services that go beyond form and function, paired with research-based knowledge to support our customers through every stage of their unique journey. Our commitment to listening to and understanding our customers' needs, challenges and aspirations enables us to create meaningful connections and offer solutions that truly make a difference for moms, families, patients and healthcare professionals around the world.”

Nicolé Kettenus-Schwarz joined Medela Group in 2020, serving as Chief Marketing Officer since 2023. Nicolé has an extensive B2B and B2C marketing background, including holding several senior Marketing positions at Novartis, Sandoz and Mundipharma.

Johanna Leffler, CFO

“Medela is driven by a strong mission focused on research, innovation and care, brought to life by the dedication and skills of our 1,500 employees worldwide. In my role, together with my team, we go beyond traditional finance and IT management; we are integral business partners. Our focus is on providing guidance and insight, establishing governance and transparency across the organization, and building a resilient, state-of-the-art IT environment. These efforts create a strong and sustainable foundation for our business, vital to empowering our people and fueling Medela's ability to innovate, grow and nurture health for generations.”

Johanna Leffler joined Medela Group in 2023 as CFO. Johanna is an experienced financial leader with a track record of value creation, having served in senior leadership roles for global industrial companies such as Dormakaba and Holcim.

Martina Radzanowski, CPO

“For me, HR goes beyond simply providing tools, resources, and opportunities. It's about being a partner in the unique journeys of our people, guiding them to thrive and realize their full potential. At Medela, we foster a culture where every voice is heard and valued, and we're committed to creating a workspace where everyone can engage, grow, and make a meaningful impact by cherishing and embracing the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences each individual contributes.”

Martina Radzanoswki joined Medela Group in 2016 as Chief People Officer . Martina has a broad background in HR leadership across different industries, including at Franke and Gate Gourmet.