Ortega takes charge of ECS Group’s expansion in the Americas

As part of its ongoing restructuring and transformation strategy, ECS Group announces the appointment of Paco Ortega as Regional Vice President for the Americas, effective July 1st, 2024. This key appointment supports the Group’s vision, led by Chairman Adrien Thominet, to strengthen ECS’s footprint in strategic markets and enhance its adaptability to industry challenges. The announcement follows the recent appointment of Jean Ceccaldi as CEO, further reinforcing ECS Group’s commitment to its transformational goals.

A New Leadership Role for the Americas

In his new role, Paco Ortega will spearhead ECS Group’s commercial development efforts and work to establish greater cohesion across its U.S., Central, and South American operations. Working in close partnership with Jean Ceccaldi, Ortega will focus on aligning regional initiatives with ECS’s global goals, strengthening client relationships, and expanding the Group’s reach through targeted commercial strategies and innovative digital tools.

“With our commitment to agility and client-focused solutions, we are intensifying our presence in the Americas—an essential region for our growth,” said Adrien Thominet, Chairman of ECS Group. “Paco’s deep experience and insight into ECS Group’s structure make him an invaluable leader in driving forward our ambitions and fostering commercial success in the region.”

Driving Growth and Transformation

With over 30 years at ECS Group, Paco Ortega has led numerous major initiatives, including integrating North American offices and establishing key partnerships across the continent. In his expanded role, Ortega aims to forge stronger client connections, create regional synergies, and grow ECS Group’s ‘Abilities’ service portfolio. He will also oversee the implementation of digital solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the market.

“It’s an honor to take on this role at such a pivotal moment for ECS Group,” Ortega shared. “My focus is on building a cohesive and agile Americas region, where we leverage digital capabilities to drive value and strengthen our commercial impact. The chance to deepen our relationships and align with ECS Group’s broader vision for the future is truly exciting.”

Fostering Agility and Innovation

Ortega’s appointment underscores ECS Group’s dedication to adaptability and innovation in response to shifting market demands. His leadership will center on expanding ECS’s commercial reach, implementing new digital tools, and offering flexible service solutions that cater to the unique needs of airlines and freight forwarders across the Americas. Ortega and Jean Ceccaldi, together with local teams, will advance a unified approach to position the Americas as a key hub within ECS Group’s global strategy.

“Our goal is to create a more connected and resilient network across the Americas,” said Jean Ceccaldi, CEO of ECS Group. “Paco’s understanding of the regional market and his commitment to ECS Group’s values will be instrumental in achieving this vision, and I look forward to driving this transformation together.”