Ecolab Appoints Michel Doukeris to Board of Directors
Ecolab has appointed Michel Doukeris, CEO of AB InBev, as an independent director to its board, effective February 20, 2025. Doukeris, 51, brings extensive global executive experience in the beverage industry, having served as AB InBev's CEO since 2021. His appointment is expected to enhance Ecolab's strategic capabilities through his expertise in complex operations, world-class branding, and success in both developed and developing markets.
The appointment aligns with Ecolab's mission, particularly given Doukeris's commitment to food safety and addressing water scarcity challenges. His background includes leadership roles across AB InBev in the United States, Asia, and South America, providing valuable insights into global business operations, talent development, and water and energy utilization. Doukeris holds degrees from the Federal University of Santa Catarina and Fundação Getulio Vargas, with additional studies at Kellogg School of Management and Wharton Business School.
Ecolab ha nominato Michel Doukeris, CEO di AB InBev, come direttore indipendente del suo consiglio, a partire dal 20 febbraio 2025. Doukeris, 51 anni, porta con sé una vasta esperienza esecutiva globale nell'industria delle bevande, avendo ricoperto il ruolo di CEO di AB InBev dal 2021. La sua nomina dovrebbe migliorare le capacità strategiche di Ecolab grazie alla sua esperienza in operazioni complesse, branding di livello mondiale e successo sia nei mercati sviluppati che in quelli in via di sviluppo.
La nomina è in linea con la missione di Ecolab, soprattutto considerando l'impegno di Doukeris per la sicurezza alimentare e per affrontare le sfide legate alla scarsità d'acqua. Il suo background include ruoli di leadership in AB InBev negli Stati Uniti, in Asia e in Sud America, fornendo preziose intuizioni sulle operazioni commerciali globali, lo sviluppo del talento e l'utilizzo di acqua ed energia. Doukeris ha conseguito lauree presso l'Università Federale di Santa Catarina e la Fundação Getulio Vargas, con ulteriori studi presso la Kellogg School of Management e la Wharton Business School.
Ecolab ha nombrado a Michel Doukeris, CEO de AB InBev, como director independiente de su junta, con efecto a partir del 20 de febrero de 2025. Doukeris, de 51 años, aporta una amplia experiencia ejecutiva global en la industria de bebidas, habiendo sido CEO de AB InBev desde 2021. Se espera que su nombramiento mejore las capacidades estratégicas de Ecolab a través de su experiencia en operaciones complejas, branding de clase mundial y éxito tanto en mercados desarrollados como en desarrollo.
El nombramiento está alineado con la misión de Ecolab, especialmente dado el compromiso de Doukeris con la seguridad alimentaria y la atención a los desafíos de escasez de agua. Su trayectoria incluye roles de liderazgo en AB InBev en Estados Unidos, Asia y América del Sur, proporcionando valiosas perspectivas sobre operaciones comerciales globales, desarrollo de talento y utilización de agua y energía. Doukeris tiene títulos de la Universidad Federal de Santa Catarina y de la Fundação Getulio Vargas, con estudios adicionales en la Kellogg School of Management y la Wharton Business School.
에코랩은 미셸 두케리스를 독립 이사로 임명하였으며, 이는 2025년 2월 20일부터 효력이 발생합니다. 두케리스는 51세로, 2021년부터 AB InBev의 CEO로 재직하며 음료 산업에서 광범위한 글로벌 경영 경험을 쌓아왔습니다. 그의 임명은 복잡한 운영, 세계적 수준의 브랜딩 및 개발된 시장과 개발도상국 모두에서의 성공을 통해 에코랩의 전략적 능력을 강화할 것으로 기대됩니다.
이 임명은 에코랩의 사명과 일치하며, 특히 두케리스가 식품 안전과 물 부족 문제 해결에 대한 헌신을 가지고 있다는 점에서 더욱 그렇습니다. 그의 경력은 미국, 아시아 및 남미에서 AB InBev의 리더십 역할을 포함하며, 글로벌 비즈니스 운영, 인재 개발 및 물과 에너지 활용에 대한 귀중한 통찰력을 제공합니다. 두케리스는 산타 카타리나 연방대학교와 게툴리오 바르가스 재단에서 학위를 취득하였으며, 켈로그 경영대학원과 와튼 경영대학원에서도 추가 학습을 하였습니다.
Ecolab a nommé Michel Doukeris, PDG d'AB InBev, en tant que directeur indépendant de son conseil d'administration, à compter du 20 février 2025. Doukeris, âgé de 51 ans, apporte une vaste expérience exécutive mondiale dans l'industrie des boissons, ayant été PDG d'AB InBev depuis 2021. Sa nomination devrait renforcer les capacités stratégiques d'Ecolab grâce à son expertise en opérations complexes, en branding de classe mondiale et en succès tant sur les marchés développés que sur ceux en développement.
Cette nomination s'aligne avec la mission d'Ecolab, notamment en raison de l'engagement de Doukeris en faveur de la sécurité alimentaire et de la lutte contre les défis liés à la rareté de l'eau. Son parcours comprend des postes de direction chez AB InBev aux États-Unis, en Asie et en Amérique du Sud, fournissant des perspectives précieuses sur les opérations commerciales mondiales, le développement des talents et l'utilisation de l'eau et de l'énergie. Doukeris est diplômé de l'Université fédérale de Santa Catarina et de la Fundação Getulio Vargas, avec des études supplémentaires à la Kellogg School of Management et à la Wharton Business School.
Ecolab hat Michel Doukeris, CEO von AB InBev, als unabhängigen Direktor in seinen Vorstand berufen, mit Wirkung zum 20. Februar 2025. Doukeris, 51 Jahre alt, bringt umfangreiche globale Führungserfahrung in der Getränkeindustrie mit, nachdem er seit 2021 CEO von AB InBev ist. Seine Ernennung wird voraussichtlich die strategischen Fähigkeiten von Ecolab durch sein Fachwissen in komplexen Abläufen, weltklassigem Branding und Erfolg in sowohl entwickelten als auch sich entwickelnden Märkten verbessern.
Die Ernennung steht im Einklang mit der Mission von Ecolab, insbesondere angesichts von Doukeris' Engagement für Lebensmittelsicherheit und die Bewältigung von Wasserknappheitsproblemen. Sein Hintergrund umfasst Führungsrollen bei AB InBev in den USA, Asien und Südamerika, was wertvolle Einblicke in globale Geschäftsabläufe, Talententwicklung sowie Wasser- und Energienutzung bietet. Doukeris hat Abschlüsse von der Bundesuniversität Santa Catarina und der Fundação Getulio Vargas, mit zusätzlichen Studien an der Kellogg School of Management und der Wharton Business School.
- Strategic board enhancement with experienced global CEO appointment
- Addition of expertise in complex operations and world-class branding
- Strengthened capabilities in water management and sustainability initiatives
- Enhanced global market insight through experience in developed and developing markets
- None.
“Michel's experience as the CEO of a major global company and his deep knowledge of complex operations, world-class branding of innovative products and winning in consumer industries make him a tremendous addition to our board of directors,” said Christophe Beck, Ecolab chairman and chief executive officer. “His proven ability to lead international teams to strong business results in both developed and developing markets, along with his commitment to elevating food safety and addressing water scarcity challenges, aligns perfectly with Ecolab's mission to protect what’s vital. We look forward to leveraging his strategic insights and experience to further enhance our offerings and create incremental value for our customers, communities and shareholders.”
“Ecolab's board is dedicated to fostering sustainable growth and delivering meaningful value for our shareholders. We continuously evaluate and refresh the board’s composition to ensure it reflects the full range of expertise and perspectives essential to support our mission and growth plans. We are thrilled to welcome Michel to the Ecolab board and are excited about the extensive executive and industry knowledge he brings,” said Dave MacLennan, lead independent director for the Ecolab board.
“It’s an honor to join the board of Ecolab, a company that is dedicated to delivering for its shareholders while making a positive impact for its customers and communities. I look forward to bringing my global experience to bear as I work with my fellow board members to help guide Ecolab’s strategy and advance the company’s growth,” said Michel Doukeris.
Mr. Doukeris, age 51, is a prominent leader with deep global executive experience in the beverage industry. He has served as Chief Executive Officer of AB InBev since 2021, where he leads the world's largest brewer in its purpose to create a future with more cheers. His leadership roles across AB InBev in
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