Overview
- Filosa, a 25-year veteran of Stellantis and its predecessor Fiat-Chrysler, will take over as CEO on June 23, succeeding Carlos Tavares after a six-month interim under Executive Chairman John Elkann.
- As COO for the Americas since October, Filosa led efforts to shrink inventories and reorganize operations during a downturn in North American sales.
- His record includes driving Fiat to market leadership in South America and expanding Jeep’s global footprint as its former CEO.
- Stellantis faces high stock levels, declining margins and US trade-policy uncertainties, alongside industry pressure to accelerate electric vehicle development.
- John Elkann will remain Executive Chairman while Filosa prepares to unveil a new leadership team and strategic roadmap for the company.