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Stellantis N.V. (EPA: STLAM) has announced the appointment of Joao Laranjo as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Laranjo takes over the role after Doug Ostermann stepped down for personal reasons. In his new position, Laranjo will oversee the global automaker’s financial strategy, operations, and long-term planning.
Laranjo brings more than 20 years of finance and auditing expertise, with a strong background in the automotive industry. His career began at General Electric in 2001, where he served as Associate Auditor and later as Controller for GE Healthcare in South America. In 2009, he joined Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), holding key leadership roles including Chief Accounting Officer for Latin America and Chief Financial Officer for the region. He played a pivotal role in driving financial transformation and growth across international markets.
In 2017, Laranjo advanced to become CFO of Stellantis North America, strengthening his profile as a strategic financial leader. He later broadened his experience in 2024 by joining Goodyear as Vice President of Finance, where he led the Americas Finance division. Earlier this year, he returned to Stellantis as CFO of Stellantis North America, further reinforcing his deep ties with the company and the sector.
Antonio Filosa, CEO of Stellantis, highlighted Laranjo’s strong track record and leadership skills, emphasizing his “excellent financial acumen, results-driven mindset, and deep understanding of the automotive industry’s complexities.” Having worked alongside Laranjo for 15 years, Filosa expressed confidence in his ability to navigate Stellantis through evolving industry challenges.
Laranjo holds an MBA from IBMEC in Brazil and has completed the Advanced Finance Program at The Wharton School, strengthening his academic foundation in global financial management. His appointment signals Stellantis’ commitment to strong financial stewardship as it continues to navigate innovation, electrification, and growth in the competitive automotive market.
