Holcim to transition to new CEO in May

By Kevin Yanik| January 29, 2024

Holcim intends to transition to a new CEO this spring, appointing Miljan Gutovic to the position effective May 1.

Gutovic will succeed CEO Jan Jenisch, who plans to focus on his role as chairman and lead the planned U.S. listing of Holcim’s North American business.

Gutovic has been a member of Holcim’s Group Executive Committee since 2018. He served as head of the region for the Middle East and Africa, as well as for Europe and Holcim’s Operational Excellence business.

“I am very pleased that the board has appointed Miljan as the new CEO of Holcim,” says Jenish, who was appointed Holcim CEO in 2017. “He is a highly qualified successor who has played an instrumental role in Holcim’s successful transformation to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Miljan has strengthened our business with record profitability in Europe, closing strategic transactions and building winning teams.”

“I am honored to stand for re-election as the chairman of the board and to lead the planned U.S. listing of Holcim’s North America business,” Jenisch adds. “I will continue to dedicate all my efforts to the future of Holcim and all our stakeholders.”

Gutovic, meanwhile, looks forward to his next chapter at Holcim.

“As a civil engineer who is passionate about the construction industry, Holcim is the best company to be part of,” Gutovic says. “With decarbonization and advanced technologies transforming how we build, there has never been a more exciting time for our sector. I look forward to working with the Holcim teams around the world to advance our leadership.”