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Thierry Jomard appointed CEO of Lennox EMEA

FRANCE: Thierry Jomard has been appointed CEO of Lennox EMEA to succeed Ricardo Freitas.

Jomard joins Lennox EMEA from the role of CEO at French coldroom panel manufacturer Dagard. His previous experience included 25 years with United Technologies at both Carrier and Otis, including a spell as president of Carrier Commercial Refrigeration. He also recently spent four years as CEO at the Fläkt Group.

The existing organisational structure at Lennox EMEA will be maintained, with the executive management team continuing to report directly to Jomard. 

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