Beatriz Olalla
About Beatriz Olalla
Beatriz Olalla is a Compound Innovation Project Leader at Faurecia, with over 10 years of experience in developing sustainable polymer formulations for the automotive market. She previously held various roles at PolyOne and Avient Corporation, demonstrating a strong focus on collaboration and innovation.
Current Role at Faurecia
Beatriz Olalla serves as the Compound Innovation Project Leader at Faurecia, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Méru, Hauts-de-France, Francia, she focuses on leading projects that develop innovative compound solutions. Her role emphasizes collaboration and innovation, aligning with Faurecia's commitment to sustainability in the automotive sector.
Previous Experience at PolyOne
Before joining Faurecia, Beatriz Olalla worked at PolyOne for several years in various capacities. She served as Technology Manager for W&C SEM Europe from 2019 to 2022 in Assesse, Belgium, and as a Senior R&D Engineer from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she held the position of R&D Engineer from 2010 to 2015. Her experience at PolyOne involved developing halogen-free flame-retarded polymer formulations for wire and cable applications.
Experience at Avient Corporation
Beatriz Olalla briefly worked at Avient Corporation as a Technology Manager for a period of nine months in 2021 to 2022. This role contributed to her extensive background in polymer technology and innovation, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Beatriz Olalla has a solid educational foundation in chemistry and polymer science. She earned her Licenciatura en Ciencias Quimicas from Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea, completing her studies from 2001 to 2007. She also obtained a Doctorate in Chemistry and Polymer Science from Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne between 2007 and 2010. Additionally, she studied Process Engineering at Ecole supérieure de Chimie Physique Electronique de Lyon, achieving a Master's degree in 2007.
Expertise in Sustainable Compounds
With over 10 years of experience, Beatriz Olalla specializes in developing sustainable compounds, particularly for the automotive market. Her work includes creating halogen-free flame-retarded polymer formulations, reflecting her commitment to innovation and sustainability in material science.