SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — Stefanini Group, a $1 billion global technology company specializing in digital solutions with locations in 41 countries across the Americas, Europe, Australia and Asia, announced the appointment of Farlei Kothe as the new chief executive officer for North America/Asia Pacific (NA/APAC). Farlei will also continue in his current role as CEO for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.
With over 15 years of experience at Stefanini, Kothe aims to drive efficiency and strengthen Stefanini’s market position across key regions. Stefanini plans to integrate its teams across these regions, ensuring seamless collaboration, operational excellence and a unified, consistent client experience.
“As we focus on driving results, we are aligning our teams across the NA, EMEA and APAC regions to break down silos and strengthen Stefanini’s position as a unified, globally competitive organization,” said Kothe. “We’re on a mission to standardize essential processes and crank up efficiency through smart automation.”
Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation will play a critical role in optimizing operations and improving client services. Stefanini is focusing on standardizing processes and leveraging these tools to improve decision-making and efficiency across regions.
Stefanini is taking steps to centralize management, strengthen cross-regional communication and implement advanced digital tools to optimize collaboration. These shifts will eliminate redundancies, accelerate decision-making and improve response times for clients across different regions.
“Farlei has the expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to unify these critical regions and ensure we continue delivering unparalleled value to our clients,” said Marco Stefanini, founder and global CEO of Stefanini Group. “Our clients will benefit from a unified approach, gaining access to a wider range of global resources while still receiving localized support.”
In the short term, the company expects to reduce operational costs due to its streamlined approach, with a focus on stronger client relationships, improved brand unity and revenue growth driven by innovative solutions in the long term.
