Schréder appoints new CEO, Philippe Felten
Schréder, the world’s leading independent smart outdoor lighting provider, is proud to announce the appointment of Philippe Felten as its new CEO.
Philippe Felten, a Belgian electromechanical engineer with post-graduate qualifications in management, strategic marketing, and human resources, brings a wealth of experience to Schréder. He began his career at Schneider Electric, progressing through various roles before joining BEA, where he led the company to become the world leader in door automation. Following BEA’s acquisition by Halma plc, Philippe served as Sector Chief and Member of the Executive Board, managing 18 companies and initiating M&A activities.
In 2017, Philippe joined Schréder as a Member of the Board of Directors and took on several executive roles, including product marketing, M&A, and Chief Commercial Officer. His extensive knowledge and experience have been invaluable to Schréder’s growth and strategic initiatives.
“Philippe has been a valuable advisor to Schréder, contributing significantly to our growth and expansion through his expertise in M&A transactions. We are proud to continue working with Philippe, as we are continue to pursue Schréder’s growth in strategic markets, drive higher efficiency, expand Schréder’s business prospects and increase its market share and new revenue streams. We are confident that Philippe will focus the Group’s strategy on customer centricity, by providing best-in-class solutions in the lighting, and smart and connected lighting markets,” says Renaud Gryspeerdt, Member of the Schréder Board of Directors.
“The appointment of Philippe Felten as the new CEO follows the highly successful tenure of Werner De Wolf, the previous CEO, who contributed to the company's success with record sales and ambitious M&A transactions. Ensuring a seamless CEO transition is critical to maintaining business continuity, as it allows the organisation to maintain its strategic vision and operational stability during leadership changes", Gryspeerdt adds.
“I am honoured to take on the role of CEO at Schréder. My vision is to drive the company forward by focusing on sustainability, innovation, and customer-centric solutions. Together with our talented team, I am confident that we can expand our global presence and continue to lead in the development of smart and sustainable outdoor lighting solutions”, says Philippe Felten.