World BioHazTec President Kerstin Haskell Honored as a 2026 Maryland International Business Leadership Award Winner

World BioHazTec is proud to announce that Kerstin Haskell, President of World BioHazTec, has been named one of the recipients of the 2026 Maryland International Business Leadership Awards, presented annually by the World Trade Center Institute (WTCI). The awards recognize executives who have demonstrated outstanding global leadership, expanded Maryland’s international business footprint, and advanced innovation on the world stage.

Kerstin joins an exceptional cohort of leaders from across the region who are shaping the future of global business—from biotechnology and environmental safety to advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and quantum technologies. This year’s honorees will be celebrated at the M&T Bank Exchange on March 31, 2026, as part of one of Maryland’s premier international business events.

A Global Leader in Biosafety and Biocontainment

Under Kerstin’s leadership, World BioHazTec has strengthened its role as a global partner in biosafety, biocontainment engineering, and high‑containment laboratory consulting. Since its founding in 1995, the company has supported public health, research, and biomanufacturing infrastructure worldwide. Today, World BioHazTec serves clients across North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, supported by its offices in:

• Maryland, USA (Headquarters)
• Singapore
• Bogotá, Colombia

This global presence reflects the company’s mission to safeguard scientific advancement and support international readiness against emerging infectious diseases and biological threats.

Recognition That Reflects a Global Mission

In its announcement, WTCI noted that this year’s honorees “exemplify what it means to lead with a global mindset, driving innovation and economic growth from Maryland to the rest of the world.” 

Kerstin’s inclusion in this distinguished group highlights her commitment to advancing global biosafety standards, strengthening international collaboration, and supporting organizations that rely on safe, compliant, and resilient scientific environments. Her work ensures that research leaders can continue life‑saving work without interruption—supported by world‑class safety systems, strong user experience, and operational excellence.

About World BioHazTec

World BioHazTec provides specialized consulting in the design, engineering, commissioning, certification, and operations of advanced laboratory environments. The company is recognized as a pioneer in biocontainment commissioning and a trusted partner for government agencies, global research institutions, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, and international biosecurity organizations.