Meet our team: Setting the standard in microbiome-friendly science
Founded in 2018, MyMicrobiome is a global authority in microbiome-friendly product testing and certification. Our international team of scientists, commercial specialists and microbiome experts develops rigorous scientific standards and helps brands assess, test, certify and improve their products with confidence.
We collaborate with companies and research partners worldwide to translate microbiome science into trusted standards, credible claims and meaningful innovation—advancing a more microbiome-friendly future for brands and consumers.
Business Angel & Advisor
Dr. Berthold Bettenhausen
Dr. Berthold Bettenhausen combines a scientific background in molecular biology, human genetics, biochemistry and pharmacology with more than 30 years of experience in intellectual property law. As a founding partner and senior patent attorney of a German law firm, he has advised inventors, start-ups, SMEs, and global companies across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, food technology, chemistry, and environmental protection.
As Business Angel & Advisor at MyMicrobiome, Berthold provides strategic guidance on the company’s long-term development, commercial opportunities and partnerships. By connecting science, intellectual property, and entrepreneurship, he helps MyMicrobiome strengthen its position as a trusted standard-setter in microbiome-friendly product development, testing, and certification.
Areas of Expertise
- Scientific Innovation & Commercial Strategy
- Intellectual Property & Patent and Trademark Strategy
- Licensing, Cooperation & Partnership Agreements
- Business Development & Entrepreneurship
- Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Marketing & Commercial Director
Annie Apiradee Wannawongsorn
Annie brings an entrepreneurial and business consulting background with extensive experience in marketing, advertising and commercial development. Having founded and managed both an advertising agency and a business consulting firm, she brings hands-on experience in building brands, developing business strategies and strengthening customer relationships.
At MyMicrobiome, Annie leads the company’s marketing and commercial direction, with a focus on customer growth, international market development, strategic partnerships and clear market positioning. With a strong interest in science and a deep understanding of MyMicrobiome’s services, she works to connect scientific expertise with customer needs and commercial opportunities.
Her role is to bring science, customers and business closer together, supporting strong customer relationships and sustainable commercial growth.
Areas of Expertise
- Commercial Strategy & Business Development
- Marketing & Brand Positioning
- Customer Growth & Strategic Partnerships
- International Market Development
- Bridging Scientific Value with Customer and Market Needs
Scientific Sales Manager
Dr. Ulrike Biehain
Dr. Ulrike Biehain is a microbiologist with extensive expertise in gut and skin microbiome research. After completing her PhD in microbiome science, she moved from fundamental research into applied science, driven by a passion for translating scientific knowledge into meaningful meaningful applications in practice.
At MyMicrobiome, Ulrike combines scientific expertise with customer guidance, helping companies understand microbiome-related questions, evaluate formulations and navigate testing and certification with confidence. Her experience in microbiome cultivation, DNA sequencing and data analysis enables her to connect complex science with clear, practical recommendations.
Areas of Expertise
- Gut Microbiome Science
- Customer Advisory & Product Development Support
- Microbiome Testing, Methods & Evaluation
- INCI & Formulation Review
- Science Communication & Scientific Presentation
Scientific Sales Manager
Catalina Le Vinson, M.Sc. Biology
Catalina is a biologist with a strong background in molecular biology, microbiology, immunology and translational research. Her scientific experience includes investigating host–microbiome interactions and how bacterial metabolites influence human health and treatment response.
At MyMicrobiome, Catalina combines scientific expertise with customer guidance, helping companies understand microbiome-related questions, evaluate formulations and navigate testing and certification with confidence. She works closely with customers to understand their product goals and translate complex scientific information into clear, practical guidance that supports informed decisions and successful project development.
Her ability to bridge science, product development and customer needs enables her to support companies effectively throughout their microbiome-friendly journey.
Areas of Expertise
- Microbiome Science & Host–Microbiome Interactions
- Customer Advisory & Product Development Support
- Microbiome-Friendly INCI & Formulation Assessment
- Scientific Communication & Evidence Evaluation
- Molecular & Cellular Biology
Marketing & Digital Communications Manager
Florentina Gräfin Matuschka von Greiffenclau
