Barentz International B.V. has announced the appointment of Lars Schneider as the new chief executive officer (CEO) for the EMEA region, effective October 1, 2024. In addition to his role as CEO for EMEA, Schneider will also join the Barentz board.
Lars Schneider is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of industry experience and a strong strategic orientation. He has an extensive international background, having held various leadership roles since 2003 with Brenntag, a global market leader in chemical and ingredients distribution. His experience includes positions in Germany, Italy, Canada and the Americas. Most recently, he served as president Specialties Americas and as global president Material Science and Specialties North America. Schneider holds a bachelor of science in economics and a master of business administration. Currently residing in Ontario, Canada, with his partner and three children, Schneider will be relocating to the Netherlands to assume his new position.
Terry Hill, Interim CEO of Barentz, stated: “With Lars on board, we will strengthen our position and further support our business growth in the EMEA region. We warmly welcome Lars and his deep industry knowledge to our team. We are confident that under his strategic vision and leadership, the EMEA region will continue to thrive and reach new heights.”
Lars Schneider, the incoming CEO for EMEA, expressed his enthusiasm for the new role, saying, “I am honored to join Barentz and to lead the EMEA region toward continued success. This is a dynamic time for the industry, and I look forward to leveraging the strengths of Barentz's talented teams to drive innovation and growth. My focus will be on fostering collaboration, enhancing our principal and customer relationships, and building on the strong foundation that Barentz has established in the region over its more than 70-year history.”
