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Signify delivers update on CEO succession process; CFO Željko Kosanović appointed interim CEO

April 25, 2025 

Signify delivers update on CEO succession process; CFO Željko Kosanović appointed interim CEO  

 
Eindhoven, the NetherlandsSignify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today delivered an update on the succession of CEO Eric Rondolat, who steps down after today’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM). The Supervisory Board stated that it is on track to complete its review of internal and external candidates and expects to conclude the process next month. 
 

Željko Kosanović has been appointed as interim CEO of Signify in addition to continuing his role as CFO. 

 

"We are pleased that Željko Kosanović has agreed to serve as interim CEO. With his extensive experience and knowledge of the business, Željko is well suited to lead the company through this transition period,” said Gerard van de Aast, Chair of the Supervisory Board, Signify. “We look forward to continue working with Željko and the leadership team as we execute our strategy and position the company for long-term growth.” 

For further information, please contact:

Signify Corporate Communications

Tom Lodge

Tel: +31 6 5252 5416

E-mail: tom.lodge@signify.com

 

Signify Investor Relations

Thelke Gerdes

Tel: +31 6 1801 7131

E-mail: thelke.gerdes@signify.com

About Signify

 

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) is the world leader in lighting for professionals and consumers. We proudly bring to market the world’s best lighting brands, from Signify, Philips, Philips Hue, Signify Interact, Signify Dynalite, Color Kinetics and many more. Our advanced products, connected systems and services unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. In 2025, we had sales of EUR 5.8 billion, approximately 27,000 employees, and a presence in over 70 markets. We are in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and hold the EcoVadis Platinum rating.

 

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