Adecco Group Appoints Diego Chantrain as New Head of Investor Relations and Portfolio Strategy

The Adecco Group Welcomes Diego Chantrain

In a significant move for the Adecco Group, a global leader in talent and technology services, Diego Chantrain has been appointed as the new head of investor relations and portfolio strategy. This decision marks a pivotal moment for the organization as it seeks to strengthen its market position and enhance shareholder communication.

Diego Chantrain, who joined Adecco in October 2022, brings a robust background in financial markets and corporate strategy to his new role. Prior to his tenure at Adecco, he was the head of investor relations at Firmenich, where he also held positions focusing on strategic development and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). His academic credentials include a master's degree in management engineering from the University of Liège and a PhD from the Turku School of Economics.

In his new capacity, Chantrain reports directly to Valentina Ficaio, the group’s Chief Financial Officer, based in Zurich, Switzerland. He succeeds Benita Barretto, who has left the company to pursue new projects after serving in this role since 2021.

Valentina Ficaio expressed her enthusiasm about Chantrain's appointment, stating, "I am really excited to work with Diego. He brings valuable investor relations experience and has been instrumental in shaping our acquisition and divestiture strategy to take advantage of new market opportunities and manage our portfolio effectively."

Furthermore, Ficaio acknowledged the contributions of Benita Barretto, thanking her for her significant work in investor relations over the years and wishing her success in future endeavors.

About Adecco Group

The Adecco Group stands as the global leader in talent expertise and technology innovation. Their mission is to prepare individuals for their futures by offering sustainable employability solutions across the globe. Adecco operates through three major business units - Adecco, Akkodis, and LHH - reaching across 60 countries. They are committed to enhancing lifelong employability for individuals, providing digital solutions, and supporting organizations in optimizing their workforce for the intelligent industrial transformation. The group exemplifies a commitment to sustainable employability, aiming to bolster resilient economies and communities. Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN CH0012138605) and is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN).

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