Montreal, April 5, 2016 – The World Anti-Doping Agency’s changes to its management structure concern Robert Koehler and Frédéric Donzé.
Frédéric Donzé, a good friend of the EOC and regular speaker at all European meetings in his capacity as Director of WADA’s European Regional Office and International Federation Relations in Lausanne, has been appointed WADA’s Chief Operating Officer, a post he will take up next October, when he will relocate to Montreal.
In this new role, Frédéric will work closely with the Director General and the Deputy Director General in leading the management and administration of WADA, and will be responsible for ensuring the quality and effectiveness of WADA’s operations.
Meanwhile the EOC looks forward to welcoming him at its annual Seminar in Tarragona, next May, where he will update the 50 NOCs of Europe on the latest from WADA.
Robert Koehler, currently Senior Director, Education and NADO/RADO Relations, has been appointed WADA’s Deputy Director General. In addition to maintaining his current responsibilities, Robert will work closely with the Director General and the new Chief Operating Officer in leading the strategy and operations of WADA. He will ensure that the Agency’s strategy and operations are aligned and being fulfilled in accordance with the Strategic Plan.

The EOC’s congratulations go to the two managers, with best wishes for every success in their new positions.