Associate Stories
At Danaher, our people are the driving force behind every breakthrough, every innovation, and every meaningful impact we make in the world.
Our associate stories spotlight the unique journeys and contributions of the individuals who power our global teams. From early career professionals to seasoned leaders, these stories offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to grow, thrive and make a difference at Danaher.
Featured stories
How Curiosity Shaped Rukshala Illukkumbura’s Journey to Product Sales Specialist at Leica Microsystems
For Rukshala Illukkumbura, curiosity has been the driving force behind every step of her career—from early fascination with biology in Sri Lanka, to advanced research across Germany, the US and the UK. That same spirit of exploration led her to Leica Microsystems, where she now works as a Product Sales Specialist, helping researchers harness the…
Strong Career, Strong Family: Helen Harrington Shares Her Non-Negotiables for Work-Life Balance
At Danaher, nothing is stopping you from growing a successful career and a family at the same time. Just ask Helen Harrington, PhD, Product Management Director, who discovered that well-being and work-life balance are both part of Danaher’s winning culture. It’s one of the many reasons she has chosen to stay with Phenomenex (a Danaher…
Finding motivation in Abcam’s purpose
An organization’s purpose and vision are crucial in helping its people feel valued, motivated, and committed to their roles. We were excited to speak with Caroline Wickramasinghe from our product team to learn about what Abcam’s purpose means to her and how it impacts the culture around her. Caroline is our Senior Product Manager based…
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Constant Change, Endless Opportunities
Wolfgang Weinkum is used to new experiences. Even while working at Pall in Austria for his entire 17-year career, his work has been marked by a range of new challenges,…
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A Culture of Vulnerability is Vital in the Workplace
Eric Davidson knows being an ally requires more than just an open mind. He’s learned from experience that creating an environment of vulnerability requires asking thoughtful questions and listening carefully…
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Always Improving on the Power of DBS
David Koch, Senior Director of Supply Chain Planning for Beckman Coulter and a leader of Danaher Business System (DBS), has held several roles in his more than seven years at Danaher.…
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Ambitious Goals, Taking Risks and Global Impact
As Beckman Coulter works to bring a new COVID-19 serology test to market, President Julie Sawyer Montgomery shares what it’s like to lead the company during a time of incredible…
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Building an Inclusive Future
STEM Recruiter Keithen Stallings springs out of bed every day at 4:30 a.m. Even with the early start, the East St. Louis, Illinois, native knows here aren’t enough hours in…