05.02.2025 • News

Mike Hughes takes over leadership of the DACH region at Schneider Electric

Since the beginning of the month, the Irishman has been in charge of the DACH region after Stefan Gierse left the company

Mike Hughes. Bild / Image: Schneider Electric
Mike Hughes. Bild / Image: Schneider Electric

Hughes brings over 20 years of experience to Schneider Electric and has held key positions in Asia and Europe, including CEO for UK/Ireland and Taiwan and Senior Vice President EMEA Datacenter. Most recently, he was responsible for the Nordics & Baltics zone. Hughes began his career in the Black Forest and studied electrical engineering in Dublin. He speaks several languages and emphasizes the importance of collaboration and diversity for innovation and productivity. Hughes supports initiatives for employee well-being and flexible working. The native Irishman, who is interested in history and travel, will manage the DACH zone from Düsseldorf.

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Schneider Electric GmbH

Gothaer Straße 29
40880 Ratingen
Germany

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