Heineken, one of the largest breweries in the world, has announced significant changes to its supervisory board, including the appointment of Alexander de Carvalho, grandson of Freddy Heineken and son of Charlene de Carvalho-Heineken, as a new supervisory director.
Family Heritage and Continuity
Alexander de Carvalho, 40, represents the fifth generation of the family in charge of the company. He is the son of Charlene de Carvalho-Heineken, the richest woman in the Netherlands, who has topped the magazine Quote‘s list of the 500 wealthiest people for years. Her net worth is estimated at more than €12 billion, due to her majority stake in Heineken.
Before this appointment, Alexander already served as a supervisory director of the holding company that controls about half of the brewery’s shares. His father, Michel de Carvalho, also holds a supervisory role at Heineken, further reinforcing the family’s legacy in the company’s management.
Changes to the Supervisory Board
In addition to Alexander’s appointment, Heineken has announced the selection of Peter Wennink, former leader of the chip giant ASML, as the new chairman of the supervisory board. Wennink, who has served as a supervisory director at Heineken for a year, brings decades of corporate experience to the role.
Balancing Tradition and Innovation
With Alexander de Carvalho joining the board, Heineken reaffirms the continuity of its family heritage, while the appointment of Peter Wennink underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and professionalism in the global market.
These leadership changes highlight Heineken’s strategy of preserving its rich history while navigating the challenges and opportunities of a highly competitive and ever-evolving industry.
Source: Heineken Newsroom. Photo: flickr. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
