Antonio Filosa Unveils Stellantis Leadership Team on His First Day as CEO
Antonio Filosa officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer of Stellantis N.V. today and immediately introduced a new Stellantis Leadership Team, setting the tone for a new chapter in the company’s journey. This leadership announcement, which takes effect immediately, reflects Stellantis’ global reach and leverages the extensive talent pool cultivated across its diverse international operations.
“It is my great privilege to take the lead of Stellantis, a global company with deep regional roots,” stated Antonio Filosa in his first remarks as CEO. “We have unique strengths in our people, our iconic brands, and our millions of customers. Their loyalty to Stellantis, its exceptional products, and rich heritage drives us forward and inspires our future ambitions.”
Filosa’s newly assembled executive team is designed to enhance the company’s agility and responsiveness in a rapidly evolving automotive landscape. Building on organizational changes initiated in February 2025, the appointments reaffirm Stellantis’ commitment to decentralization by empowering regional leadership to make key product decisions. This structure enables each brand and regional unit to deliver products that are not only technologically advanced but also deeply aligned with local customer expectations and preferences.
In explaining the rationale behind the new team, Filosa added: “The leaders I’m introducing today exemplify the best qualities of Stellantis. They are internal talents who understand the core of our company, our brands, and our customers. They bring a people-first approach, best-in-class expertise, and an entrepreneurial mindset. These values are vital for steering Stellantis towards sustainable success in this next era. We remain committed to close collaboration with our dealers, suppliers, partners, and communities as we navigate the future.”
New Stellantis Leadership Team (SLT)
The Stellantis Leadership Team unveiled by Filosa includes a mix of returning executives and new appointments, all of whom bring significant experience and a shared vision for the company’s continued transformation:
- Antonio Filosa, CEO, will retain his position as Head of North America and the American Brands division, reinforcing his direct involvement in Stellantis’ most lucrative market.
- Doug Ostermann, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), expands his responsibilities to include mergers and acquisitions, as well as oversight of joint ventures.
- Jean-Philippe Imparato continues to head Enlarged Europe & European Brands, and will now also oversee Maserati, bringing additional coherence to Stellantis’ premium European portfolio.
- Emanuele Cappellano joins the SLT as Head of South America and assumes leadership of Stellantis Pro One, the commercial vehicles division that is key to the company’s B2B strategy.
- Philippe de Rovira will lead the Rest of World operations and continue managing Stellantis Financial Services, ensuring strategic focus on emerging markets and financial mobility services.
- Davide Mele, a new addition to the SLT, is appointed Head of Product Planning, a role critical for shaping future vehicle portfolios and long-term innovation strategy.
- Ned Curic retains his leadership role for Product Development & Technology, reflecting Stellantis’ ongoing investments in software-defined vehicles and electrification.
- Sébastien Jacquet, recently appointed Head of Quality, joins the SLT to reinforce Stellantis’ commitment to continuous product improvement and customer satisfaction.
- Monica Genovese steps into the role of Head of Purchasing, responsible for managing supplier relations and procurement strategy.
- Scott Thiele assumes a newly created role as Head of Supply Chain. His appointment reflects the company’s recognition of supply chain resilience as a strategic priority. He will unify responsibilities that were previously split between Planning and Manufacturing.
- Arnaud Deboeuf will continue as Head of Manufacturing, overseeing Stellantis’ extensive global production network and ensuring operational excellence.
- Xavier Chéreau remains in charge of Human Resources and Sustainability, two pillars that Stellantis considers critical to its long-term success.
- Clara Ingen-Housz joins the SLT as Head of Corporate Affairs & Communications, reinforcing Stellantis’ focus on transparent and effective stakeholder engagement.
Additional Key Executives Reporting Directly to the CEO
Beyond the formal SLT, four senior leaders will maintain direct reporting lines to CEO Antonio Filosa, each responsible for strategically important domains:
- Ralph Gilles, Head of Design, continues to guide the visual and experiential identity of Stellantis’ diverse brands.
- Olivier François, Head of Marketing, will play a central role in driving brand strategy and customer engagement initiatives across global markets.
- Alison Jones, now leading the Parts & Services and Circular Economy divisions, will focus on aftermarket growth and Stellantis’ sustainability objectives through vehicle lifecycle innovation.
- Giorgio Fossati, General Counsel, remains the chief legal advisor, responsible for navigating the complex regulatory and legal environment in which Stellantis operates.
Acknowledging Transitions
In his concluding remarks, Antonio Filosa expressed appreciation for two outgoing executives:
“As we embark on this next chapter in the Stellantis story, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Maxime Picat and Béatrice Foucher for their years of exceptional service and contributions to our company. Their Antonio leadership and dedication have been instrumental in our journey, and we wish them every success in their future endeavors.”
Vision for the Future
With the automotive sector undergoing profound changes—from electrification and autonomous driving to digital services and circular economy models—Filosa’s leadership team is expected to prioritize innovation, operational efficiency, and customer-centricity.
Stellantis, which emerged from the 2021 merger between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and PSA Group, now encompasses 14 iconic brands including Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler, Fiat, Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, Alfa Romeo, and Maserati. The Antonio company has made significant strides in transitioning to electrified vehicles, expanding its global manufacturing footprint, and exploring new business models through software and data services.
Filosa’s decision to retain leadership over the North American region while serving as CEO underscores his personal investment in Stellantis’ largest revenue-generating market. Antonio Meanwhile, his appointments signal a clear commitment to decentralization, regional agility, and cross-functional integration—an approach designed to meet diverse market demands without sacrificing the efficiency of a unified global vision.
The integration of commercial vehicles under the Stellantis Pro One umbrella, the bolstering of supply chain leadership, and the emphasis on circular Antonio economy reflect intention to not just react to industry trends, but to lead them. With its updated executive framework and a renewed strategic focus, the company is positioning itself to thrive in what Filosa refers to as “the next era” of its evolution.
Next Steps
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appointed executives will begin executing their responsibilities immediately, collaborating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regional partners to ensure a seamless transition.
Filosa’s decisive early move signals a CEO intent on combining continuity with transformation. With a team he describes as driven, experienced, and people-first, enters its new chapter with a leadership structure built to steer the company through the evolving dynamics of the global mobility landscape.
