SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 15, 2024 – Renault Group today announced the appointment of Christian Stein as its new Chief Communications Officer, effective September 16th. Stein, a seasoned industry veteran with extensive experience in sales, marketing, and communications, will lead the Group's communication efforts across all its activities.
Stein's appointment comes at a pivotal time for Renault Group as it accelerates its strategic transformation and embraces innovation in new ranges and technologies. Luca de Meo, CEO of Renault Group, expressed his confidence in Stein's ability to navigate the company through this period of profound change in the automotive industry.
"Today, more than ever, Renault Group is accelerating and injecting its spirit of innovation into its strategic approach, in new ranges and technologies. Drawing on his extensive experience in the industry, Christian will play a key role in continuing the Group's transformation into the most progressive European automotive company in an industry undergoing profound change," said de Meo.
Stein brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He began his career at PSA in 1991, where he held various positions in sales and marketing across Belgium, France, Spain, and the UK. In 2011, he joined the Volkswagen Group as Global Marketing Director for SEAT, later becoming Global Communications and Public Affairs Director for SEAT S.A. and its SEAT and CUPRA brands.
In November 2020, Stein returned to France to join Renault Group as Director of Brand Communications. Most recently, he served as Director of Revenue & Customer Experience at Ampere, Renault Group's electric vehicle and software entity.
De Meo further commented on Stein's appointment: "I am delighted to welcome Christian into the management team. Christian has worked alongside me for many years and he has my full confidence. With his expertise, from business to communications, and with his appetite for challenges, he will play a decisive role in communications to our employees and to all our external stakeholders, in order to contribute to the ambitious objectives, we have set ourselves. His international experience will enable us to support and strengthen the power of our brands and the Group's influence in all countries."
Stein will be supported by a renewed communications team, dedicated to promoting the company's expertise, its historic turnaround, its horizontal approach, and its products to all target audiences.
About Renault Group
Renault Group is a leading automotive company with a rich history and a strong presence in the global market. The Group is committed to innovation and sustainability, with a focus on developing electric vehicles and new mobility solutions. Renault Group's brands include Renault, Dacia, Alpine, Mobilize, and Renault PRO+.