Heineken Announces Key Changes to Its Supervisory Board Leadership with Peter Wennink’s Promotion

Heineken N.V.’s Supervisory Board has announced significant leadership transitions set to take place following the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in April 2025. Peter Wennink, currently Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board, will step into the role of Chair. Wennink, who joined the Supervisory Board in 2024, has been a vital contributor to its Audit, Remuneration, and Selection and Appointment Committees. His leadership experience includes serving as CEO of ASML until 2024, as well as roles on the Supervisory Board of VDL Group and the Advisory Board of Samsung Device Solutions.

Jean-Marc Huët, the current Chair of the Supervisory Board, will conclude his tenure at the AGM in 2025, ending an 11-year association with Heineken. Having joined the board in 2014 and assuming the Chair position in 2019, Huët is recognized for his pivotal role in strengthening collaboration between the Supervisory and Executive Boards. His forward-thinking leadership and dedication have guided the company through major transitions, setting a solid foundation for its future growth. Reflecting on his tenure, Huët expressed gratitude for his colleagues’ support and noted his pride in the company’s achievements, stating his confidence in Wennink’s leadership to drive Heineken forward.

Maarten Das will also retire from the Supervisory Board when his current term ends at the AGM in 2025. Das, a member of the Supervisory Board since 1994, has offered decades of expertise in legal and business matters. He has been instrumental in several board committees and notably served as Chair of the Remuneration Committee from 2004 to 2024.

To fill upcoming vacancies, the Supervisory Board will nominate Alexander de Carvalho for appointment as a member at the April 2025 AGM. De Carvalho, a member of the Heineken Holding N.V. Board of Directors since 2013, brings expertise in finance, technology, and digital transformation. His appointment continues the tradition of Heineken family involvement in the company’s governance.

Additionally, Nitin Paranjpe will be nominated for reappointment for a four-year term. Paranjpe, with vast global leadership experience from his roles at Unilever and Infosys, will become Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board, succeeding Wennink. He will also retain his position as Chair of the Sustainability and Responsibility Committee, reinforcing Heineken’s commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices.

These leadership changes reflect Heineken’s dedication to continuity, professional expertise, and family heritage, ensuring the company is well-positioned to navigate future challenges while honoring its storied past.

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