Candidates for the CCE-R Board 2024 (LSt)

Introducing Laurențiu Ștefănescu, CEO Sika Romania & Adeplast, an experienced General Manager with an 18-year track record of success in the chemicals industry.

His expertise encompasses construction-related areas such as Business Planning, Production, Negotiation, Finance (Budgeting), P&L Management, Operations, Marketing, and Acquisitions (M&A). He boasts a multifaceted business background with 18 years of experience (15 years in CEO position) across construction, finance, and IT sectors.

Laurențiu shares his vision for contributing to the CCE-R Board:

“Sika Romania's past representation on the board of the CCE-R demonstrated exceptional results in championing the interests of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Romania to potential investors and like-minded members. The organizational culture at Sika, characterized by its core values and principles, fosters empowerment, respect, and fair competition among all stakeholders. It actively promotes courage for innovation, sustainability, and integrity. These shared values deeply resonate with me and significantly influence my interactions with stakeholders. As a result, my presence as a board member is poised to be beneficial, given my profound understanding of the CCE-R's initiatives and my active involvement in the Romanian business landscape. Overall, I am confident that my participation on the board of the CCE-R is in harmony with Sika's ethos and will make a meaningful contribution to advancing the chamber's objectives.”

About Laurențiu Ștefănescu

Actual Position: CEO Sika Romania & Adeplast (700 employees, 190 mil CHF)

Education:

• EMBA University of York (2024)
• IMD - International Institute for Management Development (IMD) Lausanne (2015)
• Certified GM - Ministry of Education and Research, Romania (2015)
• Master’s Degree – Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest (1997)
• Faculty of Technological Equipment - Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest (1991-1996)

Former Career Titles:

• Sales Director
• Executive Director
• Chief Executive Officer

Relevant Awards:

• Spearheaded company growth from 17 mil CHF (2014) to 190 mil CHF (2023)
• Sika World Champion 2021 with team
• Successful acquisition of Arcon (2019), Adeplast (2020), Master Build Construction Chemicals (2023)

Professional Experience/Skills: Experienced General Manager with an 18-year track record of success in the chemicals industry, specializing in construction-related areas such as Business Planning, Production, Negotiation, Finance (Budgeting), P&L Management, Operations, Marketing, and Acquisitions (M&A). Renowned for leadership, strategic vision, and a history of achieving remarkable results. Passionate about driving business growth, optimizing operations, and fostering a culture of excellence.