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Nestlé Appoints Laurent Freixe as New CEO, Marking a New Era of Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Nestlé has announced a significant leadership change with the appointment of Laurent Freixe as the new CEO, effective September 1, 2024. Freixe, who has been with Nestlé since 1986 and currently serves as Executive Vice President and CEO … Read the full press release

Mahmut Akten to Succeed Recep Baştuğ as CEO of Garanti BBVA and BBVA Country Manager in Turkey

(IN BRIEF) Mahmut Akten will become CEO of Garanti BBVA and BBVA Country Manager in Turkey, replacing Recep Baştuğ. The appointment is pending regulatory approval. BBVA has reorganized its global Client Solutions area, introducing new leadership for Commercial and Retail … Read the full press release

Vortex Energy Names Wojciech Orzech as CEO to Drive Renewable Expansion in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Vortex Energy, a leading renewables company in Poland owned by Vitol, has appointed Wojciech Orzech as CEO. Orzech, with over 20 years of experience in energy and infrastructure, previously served as CEO of PKP Energetyka. He will work … Read the full press release

Lenzing Group Names Rohit Aggarwal as Incoming CEO

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group has appointed Rohit Aggarwal to the Management Board, where he will initially oversee the fiber division and later succeed Stephan Sielaff as CEO when Sielaff’s contract expires in March 2025. Aggarwal brings decades of experience … Read the full press release

Orange Announces Unprecedented Initiative: Free 5G Access for All Customers During Paris 2024 Olympics

(IN BRIEF) In an unprecedented move, Orange announces an exceptional initiative to enhance connectivity for its customers during the Paris 2024 Games. From June 3 to September 8, 2024, all 4G consumer and business customers will have access to Orange’s … Read the full press release

Porsche Veteran Frank-Steffen Walliser Assumes CEO Role at Bentley

(IN BRIEF) Frank-Steffen Walliser, a seasoned engineer known for his pivotal role in developing iconic Porsche models like the 918 Spyder, is set to become Chairman and CEO of Bentley starting July 1. Gernot Döllner, Chairman of the Board of … Read the full press release

New CEO to Drive VodafoneZiggo: Enhancing Telecom and Media Synergies

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Group Plc and Liberty Global Ltd. announce Stephen van Rooyen as the new Chief Executive Officer of VodafoneZiggo, effective September 2024. With over 17 years of experience at Sky UK & Ireland and Sky Group, van Rooyen’s … Read the full press release

Fabricio Bloisi Appointed CEO of Prosus and Naspers Group, Successor to Ervin Tu

(IN BRIEF) Prosus N.V. and Naspers have announced the appointment of Fabricio Bloisi as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Group, effective from July 1, 2024. Fabricio, the former CEO of iFood, brings extensive experience in scaling technology companies … Read the full press release

VARTA AG Appoints Michael Ostermann as CEO

(IN BRIEF) VARTA AG’s Supervisory Board has named Michael Ostermann as Board Member and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 6, 2024. With extensive management experience in the automotive and battery industries, Ostermann is poised to lead VARTA AG, alongside … Read the full press release

Ambu A/S CEO Britt Meelby Jensen Nominated to Hempel A/S Board

(IN BRIEF) Britt Meelby Jensen, the CEO of Ambu A/S, is nominated to join the Board of Directors at Hempel A/S, replacing Susanna Schneeberger. With over two decades of experience in the life science industry, including leadership roles at global … Read the full press release

Gerrit Marx Appointed CEO of CNH Industrial, Succeeding Scott W. Wine

(IN BRIEF) CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:CNHI) has announced the appointment of Gerrit Marx as its new CEO, effective July 1, 2024. Marx will succeed Scott W. Wine, who, after successfully overseeing the delivery of the 2021 Business Plan, has decided … Read the full press release

GTT Group Names Jean-Baptiste Choimet as New CEO, Maintains Philippe Berterottière as Chairman

(IN BRIEF) The GTT Group has announced the appointment of Jean-Baptiste Choimet as its new Chief Executive Officer effective June 12, 2024. Currently serving as a member of GTT’s Executive committee and Managing Director of Elogen, a subsidiary specializing in … Read the full press release

Katya Somohano Silva Appointed as CEO of Iberdrola Mexico to Spearhead Growth Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Katya Somohano Silva has been appointed as the CEO of Iberdrola Mexico, tasked with leading the company’s new phase of growth in the country. Backed by the support of the Iberdrola Group and a dynamic local team, Somohano … Read the full press release

Vodafone Appoints Marika Auramo as CEO of Vodafone Business

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone announced the appointment of Marika Auramo as the new CEO of Vodafone Business, effective from July 1, 2024. Marika brings over 25 years of experience in the global IT industry, having served in various leadership positions at … Read the full press release

European Auto Industry CEOs Gather for Green Transition Talks with EU Commissioner

(IN BRIEF) Thirteen CEOs from leading European vehicle manufacturers and automotive suppliers convened with EU Commissioner for Climate Action, Wopke Hoekstra, for an ‘Automotive Roundtable’ to discuss the green transition of the sector. The dialogue, following a meeting with President … Read the full press release

Siemens AG Extends Contracts for CEO Roland Busch and Digital Industries CEO Cedrik Neike

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG’s Supervisory Board has confirmed a five-year contract extension for President and CEO Roland Busch, effective from April 1, 2025, signaling support for Siemens’ strategic direction under Busch’s leadership. The extension reflects confidence in Busch’s track record … Read the full press release

SSAB CEO Martin Lindqvist Steps Down After 26 Years for New Board Career

(IN BRIEF) After 26 years with SSAB, Martin Lindqvist, the President and CEO for the past 13 years, has announced his decision to step down to focus on his board career. During his tenure, Lindqvist led SSAB through significant transformations, … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal Appoints Kleber Silva as CEO of Mining Division, Bids Farewell to Stefan Buys

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal, a global leader in steel and mining, has named Kleber Silva as the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of its mining division, effective April 8, 2024. Kleber, who brings 35 years of extensive experience in … Read the full press release

CEO Markus Lesser to Resign from PNE AG, Board Seeks Successor

(IN BRIEF) Markus Lesser, CEO of PNE AG, has announced his intention to resign from his position by the end of July 2024 due to personal reasons. The Supervisory Board plans to engage in discussions with Lesser regarding the early … Read the full press release

Borealis CEO Thomas Gangl’s Mandate Terminated by Mutual Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The Supervisory Board of Borealis and Thomas Gangl have reached a mutual decision to terminate Gangl’s mandate as CEO of Borealis AG, effective June 30, 2024. Gangl, with a career spanning over two decades at OMV, held key … Read the full press release