Atos Group Appoints Four Senior Leaders to Accelerate Transformation and Drive Profitable Growth

Atos Group Bolsters Leadership to Speed Up Transformation Plan

Atos Group, a leader in AI-powered digital transformation, has announced four key executive appointments to enhance its leadership team. These additions aim to drive the next phase of the Group’s transformation plan focused on sustainable profitable growth, operational improvement, and long-term value creation.

Philippe Salle, Chairman and CEO of Atos Group, highlighted the importance of these new leaders: “With our financial structure in place, their expertise will be vital in accelerating the ‘Genesis’ transformation plan. Their arrival reflects confidence in our solid foundation, talented workforce, and the potential to increase revenue and profitability over the coming four years.”

New Executive Appointments

• Florin Rotar, EVP and Group Chief Technology Officer, joins the leadership team to steer Atos’ ambition as a global AI-powered technology partner. With 20 years of experience in AI and emerging technologies, Florin brings a global outlook and strong industry influence. A 25-year veteran of Avanade, he has held roles such as Chief Innovation Officer and Global Digital Lead. Recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as “Top 10 CTOs To Watch in 2023” and awarded “2024 Chief AI Officer of the Year,” his expertise will be key in delivering secure, end-to-end digital solutions.
• Laurent Soulier, EVP Strategy and Operational Excellence, brings a blend of public sector and private enterprise experience. A graduate of Ecole Polytechnique and Telecom Paris, Laurent has worked in cybersecurity at the Ministry of Defense and led digital transformation and M&A strategies at companies like Adecco and Foncia. His role will focus on driving operational efficiency and profitable growth through strategic initiatives.
• Pénélope de Fouquières, SVP in charge of Communication, has 20 years of experience in corporate communications and brand management. Her career spans journalism with French TV group M6, strategic communications at the African Development Bank, and leading communications at ELSAN, a major French private healthcare group. Pénélope will strengthen Atos’ brand identity and external engagement.
• Camille le Provost, Head of M&A, is an expert in complex, international mergers and acquisitions. A graduate of EM Lyon, Camille has led major deals at BNP Paribas and Rabobank. After a brief period dedicated to theater, she has advised executives on growth strategies and served as Head of M&A for the Anjac Group. Her role will focus on guiding Atos’ external growth and acquisition activities.

These appointments are a strategic move to reinforce Atos’ leadership capability as it executes its “Genesis” transformation plan. For executives and strategists interested in AI-powered business transformation and leadership, Atos’ approach offers valuable insights into aligning talent with growth objectives.

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