Flos appoints new CEO
(Italy) – Flos has announced the appointment of Pablo Illueca as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Having joined Flos in 2012 following extensive experience in the Automotive and Steel & Iron sectors, Illueca has held positions of increasing responsibility over time, progressing to senior leadership roles within the Group.
His journey at Flos began at Antares, a Valencia-based Group company specialising in high-end architectural lighting, and manufacturer of the Flos Architectural collection. He subsequently also took on the role of General Manager for the professional segment at subsidiary Flos US, making a significant contribution to the company’s development and success in the North American market.
In 2020, Illueca was appointed CEO of Antares. In this role, he distinguished himself through his expertise, strategic vision, and leadership, establishing himself as a key figure within the Flos Group at an international level.
Since 2022, Illueca has also served as Flos ESG Ambassador, making a consistent and tangible contribution to strengthening sustainability and social responsibility policies within the Flos B&B Italia Group.
In his new role, in line with the strategies of the Flos B&B Italia Group, led by Piero Gandini, Illueca will be responsible for leading Flos into a new phase of growth, in continuity with the brand’s strong identity, and its legacy of excellence in the world of design and lighting.
Of the appointment, Piero Gandini, Executive Chairman and Artistic Supervisor of the Flos B&B Italia Group, commented: “Pablo’s appointment as CEO of Flos is the natural outcome of the expertise, professionalism, and dedication to the brand he has demonstrated over the years. It gives me great pleasure to see him leading Flos through the next phase of evolution and growth.
“Pablo has a deep understanding of the company and the lighting industry, and has consistently proved outstanding leadership skills, as well as a deep understanding of our sector. I am confident that he will successfully navigate future challenges, further strengthening Flos’s position as a global leader in the world of design and lighting.”