Management

Operations may have become global, but Switzerland is still home.

Over the last few decades, the Thommen Group has developed into an international player in the recycling industry. However, as before, the various threads still converge in Switzerland – with the founding Thommen family.

The Thommen Group has around 900 employees working at over 30 locations throughout Switzerland, as well as in China, Belgium, Germany and Italy.

The management of the Thommen Group brings together considerable experience and specialist expertise:

Pouyan Dardashti

Chief Executive Officer

Pouyan Dardashti succeeded Dr Tobias Thommen as CEO in May 2023. He is a proven industry expert with an international network and previously worked for European recycling companies in various management and leadership positions. Together with his team, he will further strengthen the Thommen Group in Switzerland and also establish the company in new markets abroad.

Andres Venzin

Chief Financial Officer

Andres Venzin joined the Thommen Group as CFO in May 2025. He brings with him many years of international experience in the financial sector – including leading positions in the steel industry.

Dr. Patrick Härtsch

Chief Strategy Officer

Patrick Härtsch has proven experience in the areas of finance, IT and human resources, which he has acquired in leading positions in smaller and larger companies in various industries.

Tobias Maier

Chief Operating Officer

Tobias Maier began his professional career in the circular economy in 2014 at a globally active metal recycling company, having previously worked as a management consultant for several years. In various management positions, he was able to acquire and constantly develop a broad range of expertise. That's why the development of his employees and the team concept are also top priorities for him.