Barentz International has announced that Lars Schneider will be elected as the new CEO for the EMEA region. Schneider will take office on 1 October and will join the company's board of directors.
Lars Schneider has an extensive track record within the company and more than 20 years of experience in the industry. Previously, Schneider has worked at Brenntag, holding positions of responsibility in Germany, Italy, Canada and America.
Terry Hill, who until now has been the company's interim CEO, explained that they are looking forward to increasing their growth in the EMEA region thanks to his extensive industry knowledge: ‘We rely on his strategic vision and leadership."
Lars Schneider, the next CEO of Barentz EMEA, added that he will work to build on Barentz's strengths: "I will focus on fostering collaboration, enhancing relationships with our key customers and building on the strong foundation Barentz has established in the region over its 70+ year history."