JELD-WEN Names Christian Michel EVP and President of Europe
JELD•JELD-WEN appointed Christian Michel as executive vice president and president, Europe, effective June 8, 2026, marking a leadership shift in its regional operations. Michel brings over 25 years of industrial experience, having served as a managing director at Alvarez & Marsal and CEO of Garnica Plywood Group.
1. Executive Appointment
JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. has appointed Christian Michel as executive vice president and president, Europe, effective June 8, 2026. This role expands the company’s leadership team to drive growth and oversee all aspects of its European business operations.
2. Leadership Background
Michel brings over 25 years of leadership experience across manufacturing and industrial sectors. He joins from Alvarez & Marsal, where he served as a managing director, and previously led Garnica Plywood Group as CEO; he holds an MBA from Rotterdam School of Management and a master’s in engineering from the University of Stuttgart.
3. Strategic Outlook
JELD-WEN operates facilities in 14 countries across North America and Europe with approximately 13,900 associates. Michel’s appointment is intended to strengthen the company’s European market position in new construction and remodeling through operational improvements and strategic initiatives.
