Xerox Appoints Company Veteran Xavier Heiss as CFO
Xerox Holdings Corporation (NYSE: XRX) has appointed Xavier Heiss as chief financial officer, effective January 1, 2021. Heiss, a 32-year veteran of the company, has been serving in an interim capacity since September 2020. His extensive experience includes previous roles as executive vice president and president of EMEA Operations, and as controller and CFO of Americas Operations. CEO John Visentin expressed confidence in Heiss's ability to drive transformation and growth, highlighting his strong relationships and clear vision for the company.
- Xavier Heiss's appointment may invigorate growth and transformation efforts within Xerox.
- Heiss's deep understanding of the company's operations and financials could lead to improved investor confidence.
- The transition to a new CFO could raise concerns regarding continuity and potential experience gaps in leadership.
NORWALK, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xerox Holdings Corporation (NYSE: XRX), a global workplace technology company, announced Xavier Heiss as chief financial officer, a role he’s filled on an interim basis since the end of September. He reports to John Visentin, Xerox vice chairman and chief executive officer.
“Xavier combines a deep understanding of the financials with a clear vision for renewing Xerox’s growth,” said Visentin. “His well-established relationships across the business and with global customers position him well to help speed our transformation at a critical time in the company’s history.”
Heiss, a 32-year company veteran, has served in various leadership positions in finance, business transformation and sales during his career. Most recently, he led Xerox’s EMEA Operations as executive vice president and president. He previously served as controller of the company and chief financial officer of the company’s Americas Operations. His appointment is effective Jan. 1, 2021.
“Xerox’s transformation positions it for long-term success and growth in and beyond the printing business,” said Heiss. “I look forward to supporting John in delivering strong results for employees, investors, clients and other stakeholders.”
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