Antonio Filosa from Jeep is the new Stellantis CEO
Stellantis has announced ex-Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa is its new CEO, replacing Carlos Tavares.
Filosa will report to Stellantis chairman John Elkann. A new leadership team will be named shortly for the 14 brands under the Stellantis umbrella.
Tavares was ousted from the CEO position following falling sales in the US.
The company says Filosa was selected as Tavares's replacement based on his proven track record, and leadership skills. His global management experience was also taken into consideration.
Filosa is Italian and joined Fiat in 1999. He eventually became COO of FCA Latin America.
In 2021, he became COO for Stellantis South America and then global CEO of Jeep in late 2023.
He oversaw the launch of the Jeep Avenger crossover. This EV has driven substantial growth for Jeep in Europe. Filosa also oversaw development of Recon and Wagoneer S. More recently, he launched the new-generation Jeep Compass which should boost Jeep sales globally.
Moreover, he briefly held the post of COO for the Americas. There he drove a significant reduction in dealer stock, among other things.
Of his new position, Filosa said: 'It is my great honour to be named the CEO of this fantastic company. I am grateful…for the confidence they have placed in me to lead our business during this pivotal time for our industry.
'I have always been inspired by the immense talent, passion and commitment of our people at Stellantis and the power of trusting our teams to achieve excellence.
'We have the world's best and most iconic brands in automotive history and an over 100-year heritage of innovation.
'That legacy, combined with our relentless dedication to giving our customers the products and services they love, will continue to be key to our success.'
Elkann said: 'Antonio's deep understanding of our company…and of our industry equip him perfectly for the role of chief executive officer…'
'I have worked closely with Antonio over the past six months… and his strong and effective leadership…have confirmed the excellent qualities he brings to the role.
'Together with the entire board, I look forward to working with him.'
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