Sarah Michel
About Sarah Michel
Sarah Michel serves as the HR Team Lead for Europe, the Middle East, and Asia at Kalera EMEA, where she also fulfills the role of Legal Assistant. With a background in human resources and legal support, she has contributed to the growth of Kalera's indoor vertical farming operations since 2021.
Work at Kalera
Sarah Michel currently serves as the HR Team Lead for Europe, the Middle East, and Asia at Kalera EMEA. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's human resources management and legal assistance. In her role, she supports the growth of Kalera's indoor vertical farming operations, which focus on producing 100% pesticide-free leafy greens. Sarah also plays a key role in ensuring the energy-efficient and year-round availability of fresh produce, aligning with Kalera's sustainability goals.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Michel studied at Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, where she achieved a degree in Recht, Personalmanagement und -psychologie from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in human resources management and psychology. She possesses expertise in managing human resources across multiple regions, including Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, which enhances her effectiveness in her current role.
Background
Before joining Kalera, Sarah Michel gained diverse experience in human resources and recruitment. She worked as a Hostess at VfL Wolfsburg for nine months and completed internships at HUGO BOSS in New York and BMW Group in Munich. Additionally, she served as a Junior Tech Recruitment Consultant at AVANTGARDE Experts and worked as an HR Associate and Legal Assistant at Kalera EMEA prior to her current position.
Achievements
During her tenure at Kalera, Sarah Michel has contributed to the company's growth in indoor vertical farming. Her involvement in legal assistance tasks supports the company's compliance and legal operations. Sarah's work ensures that Kalera maintains its commitment to producing pesticide-free leafy greens while optimizing energy efficiency and availability of fresh produce throughout the year.