Dr. Kristina Timmann (Born Orthmann)
About Dr. Kristina Timmann (Born Orthmann)
Dr. Kristina Timmann, also known as Kristina Orthmann, serves as the Global Chief Compliance Officer at Avolta. She has a robust background in compliance, having held various positions at Schindler Group and Salans LLP, and has significant experience in travel retail and food and beverage compliance.
Current Role at Avolta
Dr. Kristina Timmann serves as the Global Chief Compliance Officer at Avolta, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing compliance strategies that enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory adherence. Her contributions include creating a seamless travel experience through compliance initiatives and playing a significant role in the integration process during the Dufry-Autogrill business combination.
Previous Experience at Schindler Group
Before joining Avolta, Dr. Timmann worked at Schindler Group for six years in various compliance roles. She served as the Regional Compliance Officer for Europe & Americas from 2017 to 2023, and as the Deputy Head of Global Compliance from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, she held the position of Global Lead Audits from 2020 to 2023, where she was responsible for overseeing audit processes and ensuring compliance across global operations.
Educational Background
Dr. Timmann has an extensive educational background in law and compliance. She studied at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where she achieved her 1st State Exam in 2005. She continued her studies at Refrendariat Kammergericht Berlin, obtaining her 2nd State Exam in 2008. She earned a PhD from Kiel University in 2010 and became a Certified Compliance Officer from the University of Augsburg in 2014. Additionally, she studied at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid as part of the Erasmus program.
Legal Experience at Salans LLP
Dr. Timmann began her career as an Associate Lawyer at Salans LLP, where she worked from 2008 to 2011. In this role, she gained valuable legal experience that contributed to her expertise in compliance and regulatory matters. Her legal background has been instrumental in her subsequent roles in compliance within various organizations.
Expertise in Travel Retail and F&B Compliance
Dr. Timmann has developed extensive expertise in travel retail and food and beverage compliance through her work at Avolta. Her experience in these sectors has equipped her with the knowledge to navigate complex regulatory environments and implement effective compliance strategies that support business objectives.