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Puig Names José Manuel Albesa CEO as Marc Puig Becomes Executive Chairman

The change caps a year-long succession process ahead of an April 14 strategy update.

Overview

  • José Manuel Albesa takes the top job effective immediately after serving as deputy CEO and president of Beauty and Fashion, having joined Puig in 1998.
  • Marc Puig transitions from CEO to executive chairman with a stated focus on mergers and acquisitions and will work closely with the new chief to align strategy.
  • Puig is formally separating the chair and CEO roles, a move the company says aligns with best practices for listed firms.
  • Miquel Àngel Serra is appointed chief financial officer, replacing Joan Albiol, who remains as the board’s non-member secretary.
  • Management plans to outline strategic priorities and the long-term plan at Capital Markets Day on April 14, 2026.