GEODIS Appoints Laura Ritchey as President & CEO of Americas Region to Strengthen Market Position

GEODIS has named Laura Ritchey as the new President & CEO of its Americas region, a decision that also grants her a seat on the Group’s Executive Board. Tasked with overseeing operations and expansion across North and South America, Ritchey will lead a workforce of nearly 20,000 employees spread across eight countries. This appointment is viewed as a strategic effort to bolster GEODIS' presence in the U.S., a critical market, especially given the current complexities within the logistics industry.

Marie-Christine Lombard, GEODIS' Chief Executive Officer, praised Ritchey for her extensive industry expertise and leadership capabilities, which are deemed essential for addressing the region's growth challenges. Ritchey brings over three decades of experience to the role, including notable positions in supply chain management and e-commerce, positioning her to enhance operational efficiency and profitability for GEODIS in the Americas.

Mike Honious, Ritchey's predecessor, is stepping down after a distinguished 30-year career in the supply chain sector, with two decades spent at GEODIS. Honious will remain involved with the company in an advisory capacity and through his work with the GEODIS Foundation and GEODIS Compassion Fund. Under Ritchey's guidance, GEODIS aims to further its objective of being a full-service logistics provider, improving its offerings in areas such as global freight forwarding and contract logistics.