In a recent announcement, Glaston Corporation, a global leader in glass processing technologies, disclosed a significant change in its Executive Leadership Team.
Artturi Mäki, the Senior Vice President of Services, has made the decision to depart from the company on 30 April 2024 to explore new opportunities beyond the realms of Glaston. Having been a part of Glaston since 2016, Mäki’s departure marks the end of an era characterized by his steadfast dedication and contributions to the growth and development of the Services business within the organization.
Effective 1 May 2024, Antti Kaunonen, the current interim CEO of Glaston Corporation, will assume the additional interim responsibility of overseeing the Glaston Services business in light of Mäki’s departure. Notably, there are no immediate plans to initiate a recruitment process for the position of Senior Vice President of Services, indicating a strategic approach to managing the transition period within the company.
Expressing gratitude for Mäki’s leadership and accomplishments during his tenure, Antti Kaunonen, in his dual role as interim CEO and now interim head of Glaston Services, conveyed his best wishes for Mäki’s future endeavors. The announcement underscores the culture of appreciation and respect that characterizes Glaston’s approach to acknowledging the contributions of its departing leaders.
With the revised composition of the Executive Leadership Team taking effect from 1 May 2024, Glaston Corporation is poised for a seamless transition under the guidance of the following key executives:
1. Antti Kaunonen – Interim CEO
2. Sasu Koivumäki – Chief Sales Officer, Deputy CEO
3. Miika Äppelqvist – Senior Vice President, Architecture
4. José Yepes – Senior Vice President, Mobility, Display & Solar
5. Robert Prange – Senior Vice President, Automation & Supply Chain Management
6. Päivi Lindqvist – Chief Financial Officer
7. Kaisa Latva – General Counsel
8. Riikka Laitasalo – Senior Vice President, People and Culture
The revised leadership structure reflects a strategic alignment of key roles and responsibilities within the organization, ensuring continuity and stability during this period of transition. The collective expertise and experience of the Executive Leadership Team members position Glaston Corporation for sustained growth and innovation in the dynamic landscape of glass processing technologies.
As Glaston Corporation navigates this phase of organizational change, the company remains committed to its core values of excellence, integrity, and customer-centricity. The seamless handover of leadership responsibilities and the strategic realignment of roles underscore Glaston’s proactive approach to managing transitions and fostering a culture of adaptability and resilience.
In conclusion, the transition in leadership at Glaston Corporation marks a pivotal moment in the company’s journey, characterized by a spirit of continuity, gratitude, and forward-looking optimism. As the organization charts a course towards future growth and success, the collective efforts of the Executive Leadership Team and the enduring legacy of departing leaders like Artturi Mäki will continue to shape Glaston’s trajectory in the global glass processing industry.
Source: Glaston with additional information added by GlassBalkan
