{"id":5814,"date":"2026-02-14T05:50:18","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T05:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/5814\/"},"modified":"2026-02-14T05:50:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T05:50:18","slug":"roche-names-nina-schwab-hautzinger-head-of-group-communications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/5814\/","title":{"rendered":"Roche Names Nina Schwab-Hautzinger Head of Group Communications"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Roche (OTCQX: RHHBY) announced that Nina Schwab-Hautzinger (born 1975) will be appointed Head of Group Communications and join the enlarged Corporate Executive Committee effective 1 February 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Schwab-Hautzinger rejoins Roche from BASF where she was Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations. She previously spent 13 years at Roche in senior communications roles and has led a healthcare practice at a strategic communications consultancy in Singapore. Her academic background includes studies at University of Mannheim, University of Waterloo, and a doctorate from University of Zurich.<\/p>\n<p>CEO Thomas Schinecker thanked the outgoing Head of Group Communications, Barbara Schaedler, who will remain to ensure a smooth hand-over.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n            Loading&#8230;&#13;\n          <\/p>\n<p>          Loading translation&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>          Positive<br \/>\n          &#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<br \/>\n                    Appointment effective 1 February 2026&#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<br \/>\n                    13-year prior tenure at Roche in senior communications roles&#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<br \/>\n                    Rejoins Roche from BASF as Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations&#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<\/p>\n<p>          Negative<br \/>\n          &#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<br \/>\n                    Current Head of Group Communications will stay on longer to manage the hand-over&#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<\/p>\n<p class=\"argus-explanation-text\">&#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      On the day this news was published, RHHBY declined 3.35%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction.&#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;\n    <\/p>\n<p class=\"argus-source\">&#13;<br \/>\n      Data tracked by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stocktitan.net\/scanner\/momentum\" class=\"argus-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">StockTitan Argus<\/a> on the day of publication.&#13;\n    <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n      10\/23\/2025 &#8211; 01:30 AM&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Basel, 23 October 2025 &#8211; Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stocktitan.net\/overview\/RHHBY\/\" title=\"View RHHBY stock overview\" class=\"symbol-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">RHHBY<\/a>) announced today that Nina Schwab-Hautzinger (1975) has been appointed Head of Group Communications and a member of the enlarged Corporate Executive Committee effective 1 February 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Nina Schwab-Hautzinger rejoins Roche from her role at BASF as Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations. During her previous thirteen year tenure at Roche, Nina Schwab-Hautzinger held various communications leadership roles such as Head of Corporate Brand &amp; Communications at the Group level and Head of Communications &amp; Public Affairs for Pharma in Germany.\u00a0 She has also led the healthcare practice in a strategic communications consultancy in Singapore.<\/p>\n<p>Nina Schwab-Hautzinger studied at the University of Mannheim, Germany and the University of Waterloo, Canada. She received her doctorate from the University of Zurich, Switzerland, Department of Communication and Media Research.<\/p>\n<p>Roche\u2019s CEO Thomas Schinecker: \u201cI am pleased to announce that Nina Schwab-Hautzinger will be returning to Roche as Head of Group Communications and will join Roche\u2019s executive leadership team. In today\u2019s rapidly evolving world, clear and impactful communication is a critical success factor both internally and externally for any company. Nina\u2019s extensive expertise, expansive network, and her experience across global, regional, and local contexts will be instrumental in advancing our long-term strategic ambitions. I would like to thank the current Head of Group Communications, Barbara Schaedler, for staying on longer to ensure a smooth hand-over.&#8221;\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>About Roche <br \/>Founded in 1896 in Basel, Switzerland, as one of the first industrial manufacturers of branded medicines, Roche has grown into the world\u2019s largest biotechnology company and the global leader in in-vitro diagnostics. The company pursues scientific excellence to discover and develop medicines and diagnostics for improving and saving the lives of people around the world. We are a pioneer in personalised healthcare and want to further transform how healthcare is delivered to have an even greater impact. To provide the best care for each person we partner with many stakeholders and combine our strengths in Diagnostics and Pharma with data insights from the clinical practice.<\/p>\n<p>For over 125 years, sustainability has been an integral part of Roche\u2019s business. As a science-driven company, our greatest contribution to society is developing innovative medicines and diagnostics that help people live healthier lives. Roche is committed to the Science Based Targets initiative and the Sustainable Markets Initiative to achieve net zero by 2045. <\/p>\n<p>Genentech, in the United States, is a wholly owned member of the Roche Group. Roche is the majority shareholder in Chugai Pharmaceutical, Japan. <\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=EmBz76iQWzFGXzHKWTf1xlDHB81b4YHb1tjybseqA0pncu_7alEfBfn8HQdVHqxRY2FvPBaJWWlKDW2Y3LO9yg==\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.roche.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>All trademarks used or mentioned in this release are protected by law.<\/p>\n<p>Roche Global Media Relations<br \/>Phone: +41 61 688 8888 \/ e-mail: media.relations@roche.com<\/p>\n<p>   Hans   Trees, PhD<br \/>Phone: +41 79 407 72 58    Sileia   Urech<br \/>Phone: +41 79 935 81 48    Nathalie   Altermatt<br \/>Phone: +41 79 771 05 25    Lorena   Corfas<br \/>Phone: +41 79 568 24 95    Simon   Goldsborough<br \/>Phone: +44 797 32 72 915    Karsten   Kleine<br \/>Phone: +41 79 461 86 83    Kirti   Pandey<br \/>Phone: +49 172 6367262    Yvette   Petillon<br \/>Phone: +41 79 961 92 50    Dr   Rebekka Schnell<br \/>Phone: +41 79 205 27 03    \u00a0  <\/p>\n<p>        <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ml-eu.globenewswire.com\/Resource\/Download\/2d90ee7d-bd9c-4ffe-9912-1701d11b8a33\">Media Release Changes to Enlarged CEC English<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" class=\"__GNW8366DE3E__IMG\" src=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/newsroom\/ti?nf=MTAwMTEzNDQ4MiM0MDIyNDI1MzkjMjAwMTA0OA==\"\/> <br \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/1771048218_948_F-Hoffmann-La-Roche-Ltd.png\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n    FAQ  &#13;\n  <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        Who is Nina Schwab-Hautzinger and what role was announced at Roche (RHHBY)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          Nina Schwab-Hautzinger was appointed Head of Group Communications and will join Roche&#8217;s enlarged Corporate Executive Committee.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        When does Nina Schwab-Hautzinger start as Head of Group Communications at Roche (RHHBY)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          Her appointment is effective 1 February 2026.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        What experience does Nina Schwab-Hautzinger bring to Roche (RHHBY)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          She spent 13 years at Roche in senior communications roles and most recently served as Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations at BASF.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        Will the current Head of Group Communications at Roche (RHHBY) leave immediately after the announcement?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          No; Barbara Schaedler will stay on longer to ensure a smooth hand-over.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        Does Nina Schwab-Hautzinger have international communications experience relevant to Roche (RHHBY)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          Yes; she led a healthcare practice at a strategic communications consultancy in Singapore and has held global and regional roles.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        What is Nina Schwab-Hautzinger&#8217;s academic background noted by Roche (RHHBY)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          She studied at the University of Mannheim, University of Waterloo, and holds a doctorate from the University of Zurich.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"&#13; &#13; &#13; &#13; &#13; Roche (OTCQX: RHHBY) announced that Nina Schwab-Hautzinger (born 1975) will be appointed Head&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":115,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[124],"tags":[4859,3111,4860,4858,4855,4861,4857,4856,4854,2536,151,134,4852,4853,17],"class_list":{"0":"post-5814","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-roche","8":"tag-basf","9":"tag-corporate-governance","10":"tag-effective-feb-1-2026","11":"tag-enlarged-corporate-executive-committee","12":"tag-executive-appointment","13":"tag-executive-committee","14":"tag-group-communications","15":"tag-leadership-change","16":"tag-nina-schwab-hautzinger","17":"tag-pharma","18":"tag-rhhby","19":"tag-roche","20":"tag-six-ro","21":"tag-six-rog","22":"tag-switzerland"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5814","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5814"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5814\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/115"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5814"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5814"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5814"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}