NEW CEO OF STELLANTIS: Stellantis didn’t need a celebrity outsider to lead the company into its next chapter. It turned inward—and upward.
On June 23, Antonio Filosa, with 25 years of experience inside the company’s global operations, will officially step into the role of Chief Executive Officer of Stellantis, following a unanimous board decision and a carefully coordinated leadership transition.
The appointment ends months of speculation about who would helm the auto giant during one of the most transformative periods in industry history. And with Filosa, Stellantis didn’t just choose experience—it chose someone who’s already been quietly reshaping the company from within.
Photo : Antonio Filosa
Who Is Antonio Filosa?
To outsiders, Filosa’s name may not have carried immediate headline weight. But inside Stellantis, he’s long been regarded as a steady hand and a sharp strategist.
His résumé spans more than two decades, from engineering roles to high-level operational posts across South America, North America, and Europe. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer of the Americas and Chief Quality Officer, two positions that placed him at the heart of Stellantis’ largest and most complex markets.
Before that, he was instrumental in turning Fiat into a market leader in South America and expanded the reach of brands like Peugeot, Citroën, and Jeep®, especially with the launch of the Pernambuco plant in Brazil—now one of the region’s key automotive hubs.
As Jeep CEO, Filosa helped elevate the brand’s presence in Europe and help steer the rise of vehicles like the Jeep Avenger, now a bestseller for the company on the continent.
Why He Was Chosen
The board didn’t rush the decision. According to Stellantis, a Special Committee led by Executive Chairman John Elkann spent months evaluating internal and external candidates. What tipped the balance in Filosa’s favor was a mix of global operational experience, brand-building leadership, and a reputation for leading without theatrics.
“He brings a deep understanding of our company—including its people, who he sees as our core strength,” said Elkann. “His leadership across both Americas during an extremely challenging period has shown us what kind of CEO he’s ready to be.”
In short, Filosa didn’t need to prove he could lead Stellantis. He already was.
Challenges Ahead
Taking the helm of a multi-brand giant like Stellantis isn’t about maintaining the status quo. It’s about navigating the complexities of:
• EV transition across 14 unique brands,
• tightening emissions regulations across global markets,
• and shifting consumer demands in both developed and emerging economies.
In the U.S., Filosa has already taken steps to streamline dealer operations, reduce bloated inventories, and accelerate new powertrain rollouts. That kind of detail-focused, product-forward mindset is likely to define his tenure—especially as Stellantis faces off against legacy rivals and ambitious disruptors alike.
He’ll also be expected to balance legacy and reinvention, ensuring that brands like Jeep, Dodge, and Maserati evolve without losing the emotional pull that made them household names in the first place.
What Filosa Had to Say
In his first statement, Filosa acknowledged the weight of the role and the moment:
“It is my great honor to be named the CEO of this fantastic company. I’ve always been inspired by the immense talent, passion, and commitment of our people at Stellantis. We have the world’s best and most iconic brands and a heritage of innovation. That legacy, and our dedication to giving customers what they love, will continue to be key to our success.”
It’s a CEO speech with less polish, more clarity—and that’s likely intentional.
Final Word
Stellantis didn’t appoint a disruptor or a figurehead. They appointed a builder. He arrives with two decades of internal knowledge, a reputation for turning around brands quietly, and a firm grip on the cultural and operational levers that actually make the company move. His greatest strength? He doesn’t need to start from scratch—he already knows where to push.
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