Cathy Swanson

Ecolab - Purolite Resins

BIOGRAPHY

Cathy Swanson is the Director of Business Development for Emerging Markets at Ecolab’s Purolite Resins. She specialises in ion exchange treatment technologies, focusing on applications such as lithium brine processing, direct lithium extraction, and contaminant removal including PFAS.

Cathy brings several years of experience to advancing separation science in rapidly developing sectors. Her work supports the deployment of innovative resin-based solutions that help address growing global demand for critical materials and cleaner water. She plays a key role in shaping Ecolab’s strategic expansion into high-impact emerging markets.