MUNICH, Germany, Feb 24, 2025 – Siemens AG has appointed Christiane Ribeiro Guimarães Höfer as the new global head of communications at Siemens AG. She will report to Roland Busch, president and CEO of Siemens AG, effective March 1. Ribeiro succeeds Lynette Jackson, who has held the role since October 2021 and has decided to leave the company to pursue a new opportunity.
“I would like to thank Lynette for her strong contribution to Siemens, protecting and building our reputation and leading the function across the enterprise for the last three and a half years. I wish her personally and professionally all the best,” said Roland Busch, president and CEO of Siemens AG.
“We are very pleased to appoint Christiane Ribeiro as Siemens’ new global head of communications,” said Roland Busch. “Having been with Siemens for almost 25 years, she brings a deep understanding of our company, our culture, and our global footprint. Her leadership across multiple regions and her pivotal role in positioning Siemens as a leading technology company over the last years make her uniquely suited for this role. As we continue to transform and shape the industries of the future, her expertise and passion will be invaluable in strengthening our brand and engaging stakeholders around the world.”
“Together with my colleagues, I look forward to supporting the continued growth of Siemens through high-impact communications. It is a privilege to tell the amazing stories of our customers and partners, our people, and the impact our technology has on the world. I am excited to do this with outstanding teams around the globe,” said Christiane Ribeiro.
Christiane Ribeiro is currently head of CEO communications, strategic messaging, and thought leadership. She also leads communications for the newly launched “ONE Tech Company”, a company program for accelerated growth. She joined Siemens Brazil in 2001 and has held roles including head of communications and government relations for Siemens Australia and New Zealand, head of innovation communications, and communications business partner to Roland Busch as chief technology officer and deputy CEO.
Source: Siemens AG
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Siemens AG, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is a technology powerhouse with a history dating back to 1847. The company operates in sectors including industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare, offering products and services that range from industrial automation and digitalization solutions to energy-efficient technologies and medical diagnostics equipment. In the fiscal year 2023, Siemens reported revenues of €77.8 billion and a net income of €8.5 billion. The company employs over 300,000 individuals worldwide, with approximately 87,000 based in Germany. Siemens is recognized as a leading industrial manufacturing entity in Europe and holds a significant position in the global industrial automation and software market.