​Dr. Sarah Meinert is currently the Global Head of GoTrade at DHL Group, a position she has held since October 2024. In this role, she leads efforts to build collaborative ecosystems that empower entrepreneurs from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to thrive in global trade. Previously, she served as Head of Knowledge Management for GoTrade (2020–2024), focusing on trade facilitation in developing and least developed countries, SME capacity development, and impact measurement frameworks.​ ​

​From 2019 to 2020, she worked as Senior Expert, Sustainability Strategy & Engagement, managing projects related to Responsible Business Practices and sustainability initiatives across the Group. Between 2015 and 2019, Dr. Meinert was Senior Human Resources Project Manager, where she led the annual HR Business Partner Survey, developed strategic feedback systems, and managed change and stakeholder engagement. Earlier in 2015, she worked as a Research Consultant for brand and communication research at Deutsche Post and DHL.​ ​

​Her academic and professional journey reflects a strong commitment to sustainable development, inclusive trade, and organizational transformation.​ ​

​Dr. Meinert holds a PhD in Development Studies from the University of Bonn. ​ ​