Viega LLC Announces Leadership Transition
October 14, 2024
Interim North American CEO appointed as current CEO transitions from Viega
Broomfield, CO – Viega LLC, an industry leader in press technology, has announced that Dr. Andreas Reger will transition out of the role of Chief Executive Officer for North America. Marki Huston, current Chief Operations Officer, has been appointed interim CEO of Viega LLC, effective immediately.
After careful consideration, it was mutually decided that this transition was necessary to align with the company’s long-term vision and culture. Huston joined Viega LLC in 2022 and brings extensive operational experience and strong relationships within the organization, positioning her to effectively lead the North American business.
Viega plans to continue supporting their customers and meeting the evolving needs of the industry. Huston shares, “Our commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative technology remains at the heart of everything we do. Together, we look forward to building lasting partnerships and helping our customers achieve even greater success.”
"We are grateful for Andreas' contributions and remain committed to delivering on our strategic objectives for North America and serving our customers in the best way possible," said Markus Brettschneider, Global CEO of Viega Group. "Marki’s leadership will ensure continuity as we move forward, and we are confident in the strength of our team and the future of Viega LLC."
With the search for a new CEO underway, the goal is to find a leader who will continue building upon the strong foundation established in recent years. The company expects to fill the role by mid-2025.
About Viega
The Viega Group, with a tradition of innovation for 120 years, has more than 4,000 employees worldwide and is among the leading manufacturers of pipe fitting installation technology. In metal press systems for industrial, commercial and residential projects, the company is the global market leader. In the U.S., Viega LLC employs more than 600 people and offers more than 3,000 products. These include Viega ProPress® for copper and stainless, Viega MegaPress® for carbon steel and stainless pipe, as well as MegaPress CuNi and SeaPress® systems for marine applications.
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