Marco Santos Appointed CEO of GFT Technologies SE with CFO Jochen Ruetz as Deputy

GFT Technologies SE, a leader in digital transformation, has announced significant leadership changes. Marco Santos, having held several leadership positions within the company since 2011, will become the new CEO effective 1 July 2024. He will work alongside current CEO Marika Lulay as Co-CEO until her departure at the end of the year. Additionally, Jochen Ruetz, the company’s CFO since 2003, will expand his role to include Deputy CEO starting from 1 January 2025.

Santos's contribution to GFT includes accelerating growth in the company’s Brazil and Latin America operations, and expanding its footprint into North America. Ulrich Dietz, Chairman of the Administrative Board, praised Santos for his growth-focused and innovative approach. Moreover, Santos expressed his enthusiasm for leading GFT towards an era of exponential growth, leveraging the firm's global talent pool and market presence.

Ruetz, with his extended experience and strategic vision, has been instrumental in GFT's financial and operational success. His new position as Deputy CEO is expected to further solidify the company's growth trajectory. Both appointments signify a commitment to continuity and exponential growth, as recognized by both Marika Lulay and Ulrich Dietz, who have expressed confidence in the abilities of Santos and Ruetz to drive GFT's future success.