Management ChangeMay 7, 2026, 07:57 AM
Protolabs Appoints Bernardo Parlange as CCO; COO Mike Kenison to Retire
AI Summary
Protolabs announced the appointment of Bernardo Parlange as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), a newly created role effective May 18, 2026. Mr. Parlange will oversee the company's global commercial strategy, including sales, marketing, and customer success, to accelerate revenue performance and support growth. Concurrently, Michael R. Kenison, Chief Operations Officer, plans to retire effective July 1, 2026, after two decades of service during which he significantly expanded the company's manufacturing operations.
Key Highlights
- Bernardo Parlange appointed Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of Protolabs, effective May 18, 2026.
- The CCO is a newly created role, responsible for overseeing global commercial strategy, sales, marketing, and customer success.
- Mr. Parlange brings over 20 years of experience leading B2B industrial commercial teams.
- Michael R. Kenison, Chief Operations Officer, intends to retire effective July 1, 2026.
- Mr. Kenison served Protolabs for two decades, significantly expanding its global operations.
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