Management ChangeAug 10, 2026, 03:10 PM
JBS Names Wesley Batista Filho Global CEO, Effective Jan 2027
AI Summary
JBS N.V. announced that Wesley Batista Filho will become the new Global CEO, effective January 2027, as part of a planned leadership transition. Current Global CEO Gilberto Tomazoni will step down after 14 years with the company, including eight years as CEO, and will assume the roles of Vice Chairman of the Board and Senior Advisor. Tomazoni will also continue as Chairman of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation and become Chairman of the J&F Institute. During Tomazoni's tenure, JBS's revenue grew 73% to $86.2 billion, and the company achieved investment-grade status and listed on the NYSE.
Key Highlights
- Wesley Batista Filho appointed Global CEO of JBS N.V., effective January 2027.
- Gilberto Tomazoni will step down as Global CEO after 8 years in the role.
- Tomazoni will transition to Vice Chairman of the Board and Senior Advisor.
- Tomazoni will continue as Chairman of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation (PPC) and become Chairman of the J&F Institute.
- Under Tomazoni's leadership, JBS revenue grew 73% from $49.7 billion to $86.2 billion.
- Wesley Batista Filho has served as CEO of JBS USA since 2023.
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