CLEPA, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers, announced this week that CLEPA CEO Paul Schockmel will be stepping down from his position by the end of August 2016.
Schockmel’s departure was announced by CLEPA President Roberto Vavassori, who thanked Schockmel for his achievements and said, “Under his leadership, CLEPA has successfully refocused toward new strategic priorities and built a solid international presence in growth markets such as China and the United States. We are now a truly global organization with more than 140 members.”
Schockmel added, “It has been a privilege to have led CLEPA over the past two years and I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to the CLEPA members for their support. I have led the association into a strong position from which it will soar and reach the next level of success and impact. I will miss the Brussels atmosphere; however, I have made the decision to take up new challenges in the industry.”
Comprised of 116 of the world’s most prominent suppliers for car parts, systems and modules and 24 national trade associations and European sector associations, CLEPA represents more than 3,000 companies, employing more than 5 million people and covering all products and services within the automotive supply chain.
Amalia Di Stefano, current CLEPA Deputy CEO already responsible for global governmental affairs and communications, will take on the role of acting CEO.
