Dr.-Ing. Marie Jaroni – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Born in 1984. CEO since November 1, 2025 // German
As Chair of the Executive Board, Marie Jaroni is responsible for the company's Strategy and Transformation, as well as Sales Management, Communications, Policy, and Innovation & Quality.
Born in 1975. Chief Financial Officer since March 1, 2024 // German
Philipp Conze is responsible for the areas of Controlling, Accounting & Risk; the Purchasing Department, including Energy Procurement. In addition, he is in charge of Production Planning and the construction of the direct reduction plant. Conze is also responsible for Digitalization. His responsibilities also include the subsidiary Electrical Steel.
Wilfried von Rath – Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
Born in 1964. Chief Human Resources Officer since November 1, 2025 // German
In addition to his role as CHRO of thyssenkrupp AG, Wilfried von Rath will take over as Labor Director and Chief Human Resources Officer at thyssenkrupp Steel on November 1, 2025. He will be responsible for human resources management, leadership, and labor relations. Wilfried von Rath will also oversee the Legal & Compliance and Safety & Security departments.
Dr.-Ing. Marco Richrath – Chief Operating Officer (COO)
BBorn in 1972. Chief Operating Officer since January 1, 2026 // German
Marco Richrath will take over operational and technological control of the entire production process. His responsibilities will include Upstream and Downstream Operations, as well as Technology, Environment & Maintenance.
