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Frédéric Wiscart Appointed New President of Alstom France, Succeeding Jean-Baptiste Eyméoud

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has appointed Frédéric Wiscart as the new President of its France Region, effective November 4, 2024. Wiscart, who brings extensive experience from his previous roles in the energy sector, will succeed Jean-Baptiste Eyméoud, who is stepping down … Read the full press release

Jan S. Hesthaven Named New President of KIT, Aims to Elevate Global Research and Partnerships

(IN BRIEF) Professor Jan S. Hesthaven has been appointed as the new President of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), effective October 1, 2024. With a focus on furthering the integration of research, academic education, and societal engagement, Hesthaven aims to … Read the full press release

Frédéric de Courtois Elected President of Insurance Europe, Vows to Drive Competitive Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Frédéric de Courtois, Deputy CEO of AXA Group, has been unanimously elected as President of Insurance Europe, leading the federation of European insurance and reinsurance associations for the next three years. In his inaugural speech at the 14th … Read the full press release

Wood Appoints Jess Stanley as President of Americas Operations, Driving Growth and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Wood has announced the appointment of Jess Stanley as President of its Americas Operations, marking a significant leadership addition to the business unit’s global team. With 17 years of energy experience, including executive roles at Shell Americas, Stanley … Read the full press release

Unilever Appoints Heiko Schipper as President, Nutrition Business Group

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced the appointment of Heiko Schipper as President of the Nutrition Business Group, effective May 1, 2024. Heiko, currently serving as President of Bayer Consumer Health, brings extensive experience and a successful track record in the … Read the full press release

EU Finance Ministers Back Nadia Calviño as New President of European Investment Bank

(IN BRIEF) European Union finance ministers have given their unanimous support to Nadia Calviño’s candidacy for the presidency of the European Investment Bank (EIB) during discussions held at the EU Economic and Financial Affairs Council meeting in Brussels. Calviño, currently … Read the full press release

Investor AB Announces New President and CEO Christian Cederholm, Johan Forssell to Transition to Consultancy Role

(IN BRIEF) Investor AB has announced the appointment of Christian Cederholm as its new President and CEO, effective from the Annual General Meeting on May 7, 2024. Cederholm, who currently serves as the Head of Patricia Industries and has been … Read the full press release

Dr. Anne-Beatrice Kihara Assumes Historic Role as FIGO’s First Sub-Saharan African President

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Anne-Beatrice Kihara has officially assumed the role of President of the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO), marking a historic moment as she becomes the organization’s first-ever President from sub-Saharan Africa. The inauguration took place at … Read the full press release

Anna Müller to Lead Volvo Penta as President, Bringing Automotive Expertise to Volvo Group Management

(IN BRIEF) Anna Müller has been appointed as the President of Volvo Penta and will become a member of the Volvo Group management, succeeding Heléne Mellquist. Currently the Senior Vice President for the Europe North and Central Division at Volvo … Read the full press release

VINCI Immobilier Appoints Virginie Leroy as President, Successor to Olivier de la Roussière

(IN BRIEF) Virginie Leroy has been appointed as the President of VINCI Immobilier, effective August 1, 2023. Leroy, who joined VINCI Immobilier in 2010, has held various positions within the company, including Head of Business Property Projects and Managing Director … Read the full press release

Skanska UK announces new President following retirement of Gregor Craig

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has announced the appointment of Katy Dowding as the new Business Unit President for Skanska UK, taking up her position from May 2, 2023. Dowding has been with the company for over 20 years, holding a variety … Read the full press release

University of St Andrews Principal Professor Dame Sally Mapstone to lead Universities UK as next President

(IN BRIEF) Professor Dame Sally Mapstone has been elected as the next President of Universities UK (UUK). The role will begin on August 1, 2023, and run for two academic years. UUK’s 140 members elect the president through a ballot. … Read the full press release

Neste Corporation CEO Peter Vanacker to step down in June 2022

(PRESS RELEASE) ESPOO, 9-Dec-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Neste (HEL: NESTE), the world’s leading provider of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel and the 4th most sustainable company in the world, has announced the resignation of its CEO Peter Vanacker in … Read the full press release

Dr. Xiao Song appointed new Chairman, President and CEO of Siemens China

Dr. Xiao Song appointed Chairman, President and CEO Siemens Ltd., China, and President and CEO Siemens Greater China, effective May 1, 2021 Lothar Herrmann to end his tenure at Siemens China on April 30, 2021, and return to Germany (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, … Read the full press release

Vattenfall starts recruitment process for new President and CEO as Magnus Hall steps down

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 21-Jul-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Swedish multinational power company, Vattenfall announces that its President and CEO Magnus Hall has decided to leave the company after nearly six years. The Board of Directors will now initiate the recruitment process … Read the full press release

Dr. Toralf Haag to succeed Stephan Schaller as President & CEO of Voith Group

Heidenheim, Germany, 23-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Stephan Schaller, President & CEO of Voith Group, will resign his office till 31st of October 2018 for personal reasons. As his successor, the Shareholders’ Committee has appointed Dr. Toralf Haag. Dr. Haag has … Read the full press release

Grammy Winner Coolio & Wrestling Legend Virgil on an Adult Star’s Presidential Ticket – Press Conference

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzCkG_XJM9Y Embarrassed by the state of the country, adult star Cherie DeVille wants to lead by example, bringing change to the country – a Real Person for the People DeVille’s Team features Coolio as Vice President, with WWE great Virgil … Read the full press release

Voith to supply new BM 4 board machine to Indian paper manufacturer Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Limited

The Indian paper manufacturer Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Limited (TNPL) has again chosen Voith, as a competent partner for board and packaging paper production, to deliver its new BM 4 board machine in order to expand its existing product … Read the full press release

Outotec’s Americas Executive VP and President Jari Rosendal to leave the company

Espoo, Finland, 9-1-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Mr Jari Rosendal, Executive Vice President and President of Outotec’s Americas region has announced he will leave Outotec to become the President and CEO of Kemira Oyj. He will continue in his current position and as … Read the full press release

Dr. Jur. Théophile Margellos appointed President of the Boards of Appeal at EU’s Office for Harmonization in the Internal Market

30-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The President of OHIM, António Campinos, has welcomed the appointment by the Council of the European Union of Théophile Margellos as President of the Boards of Appeal of OHIM. Théophile Margellos is currently serving as Chairperson of … Read the full press release

Terence Watson has been appointed as the new President of Alstom UK

7-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Terence Watson, who will also retain his current role as Managing Director of Transport for Alstom in the UK & Ireland, has been appointed as the new UK President for the engineering firm.  “These are exciting times for … Read the full press release