Do you remember how your journey at IMCD began?
I started my professional journey as a trainee, conducting a market survey on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for the Pharmaceuticals business unit in France. In May 1995, I officially joined IMCD as an Account Manager in the Coatings business unit, managing Coatings accounts while also exploring the Industrial Synthesis business. I have taken on the role of Business Manager, Coatings & Construction, as of 1 January.
IMCD has changed significantly over the past 30 years. What stands out to you most?
The transformation has been remarkable. We moved from fax machines and paper files to a fully digital, global organisation. What matters most to me is that we didn’t just adapt to change, we actively drove it. Despite all this evolution, IMCD’s collaborative spirit has remained constant throughout the years.
Muriel Noël
Commercial Manager Industrial Synthesis
What makes IMCD a unique place to build a career?
IMCD is never boring. Creativity is encouraged, and entrepreneurial freedom is real. What truly sets the company apart is the spirit of benevolence, kindness, trust, and genuine support. It is an environment where you can grow, create, and thrive while feeling supported by colleagues.
IMCD has introduced a new, missing element to the chemical periodic table - Element [E]. For us, it stands for our Employees and their Entrepreneurial mindset, the driving force behind our success. What is your Element E?
My Element [E] is Energy. The driving force that moves you and empowers you to pass it on. It’s the vitality you share, the momentum you create, and the strength you instill in others to keep moving forward.
What advice would you give to someone starting their career at IMCD?
Stay curious, unleash your imagination, and always remember that we are here to serve, to solve problems and make our customers’ lives easier. That mindset is what makes IMCD such a special place to build a long and fulfilling career.
Muriel Noël
Commercial Manager Industrial Synthesis
When you are not working, how do you like to spend your time?
I am passionate about dancing and running, both help me stay energised and balanced. I also enjoy exploring artistic activities and have tried stone carving, stained glass, and straw marquetry. When I am not creating, I love playing board games with friends or cooking. These moments allow me to relax, recharge, and keep my creativity alive.
