Tillmann Henssler

Manager EDI, Pfizer

Area of Expertise: EDI, Disability leadership, Pharma

Qualification: MBA

Tillmann Henssler, graduated from the OU Business School with his MBA in 2000 while living in Germany. Currently working as a Manager for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at pharmaceutical giant, Pfizer, Tillmann has much commercial experience in pharma, procurement and DEI.

Tillmann is also committed to raising awareness and helping to reduce unconscious bias toward persons with disabilities. Pfizer awarded him with the Global Disability Leader award in recognition for his engagement with the disability community. Tillman’s contribution and commitment to inclusivity within his organisation and society was also recognised as he was named 'Highly Commended Alumni of the Year' in the Open University Business School Student and Alumni Awards in 2018. Likewise, in 2019, Tillmann became the first OUBS alumnus to be recognised in AACSB’s Class of Influential Leaders, thanks to his work on diversity and inclusion at both Pfizer and OUBS. The accolade celebrates notable alumni from AACSB-accredited schools whose inspiring work serves as a model for the next generation of business leaders.