Marco Settembri, after a remarkable tenure spanning over 36 years at Nestlé, will gracefully transition into retirement. His departure from the Group Executive Board is scheduled for June 30, 2024. Since his inception at Nestlé Italy in 1987, Settembri has navigated through diverse management roles across various sectors. His stewardship notably propelled Purina PetCare into one of Nestlé’s premier and most lucrative ventures in Europe. Ascending to the role of Head of Zone EMENA (Europe, Middle East, and North Africa) in 2017, Settembri’s trajectory evolved with Nestlé’s strategic realignments, eventually leading to his appointment as Head of Zone Europe following the company’s geographical restructuring in 2022.
Guillaume Le Cunff, presently serving as the CEO of Nespresso, is poised to assume the mantle of CEO Zone Europe and join the esteemed ranks of the Group Executive Board, effective July 1, 2024. Le Cunff’s journey within Nestlé commenced in 1998, orchestrating pivotal roles in Internal Audit and Finance before his pivotal shift to Nespresso in 2007. His tenure as President of Nespresso USA from 2015 witnessed the triumphant launch of Vertuo, solidifying Nespresso’s position as the quintessential choice for coffee aficionados in the United States. Elevated to the global CEO position in 2020, Le Cunff spearheaded Nespresso’s global expansion and ushered in innovative endeavors such as the Reviving Origins program, aimed at revitalizing coffee regions affected by conflicts or natural calamities. Additionally, his contributions to sustainable practices were underscored by the introduction of home-compostable capsules.
Mark Schneider, CEO of Nestlé, expressed gratitude on behalf of the Board of Directors and the Executive Board towards Marco Settembri for his exceptional dedication and service. Extending best wishes for Settembri’s future endeavors, Schneider warmly welcomed Guillaume Le Cunff into his new role as CEO of Zone Europe. Le Cunff’s distinguished leadership, coupled with his extensive proficiency in brand development, innovation, e-commerce, and sustainability, positions him ideally to propel Zone Europe to unprecedented heights. Schneider conveyed sincere wishes for Le Cunff’s success in his forthcoming endeavors.
