Aweta has appointed Filipe Oliveira da Silva as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. He succeeds Otto Vink, who has led the company for more than seven years. Aweta is a portfolio company of Standard Investment.
Oliveira da Silva has built a broad international career in locations including the Netherlands, Sweden, Portugal, Brazil, and Mexico. He has held various management and CEO positions at international companies and has extensive experience achieving revenue growth, strengthening profitability, and guiding organizations through transitions.
© AwetaFilipe Oliveira da Silva (left) and Otto Vink (right)
"I am honoured to join this great company and to work with our outstanding team as we are taking the next steps to drive international growth and strengthen our market position," commented Filipe Oliveira da Silva. "Over the past months, I have come to know Aweta, its loyal customer base, and its international partner network. I am impressed by the innovation within our sector, and Aweta's meaningful contribution to it."
The company will continue to benefit from Otto Vink's experience, as he will remain a shareholder and join the Advisory Board as of January 1, 2026.
Reflecting on his time at Aweta, Otto Vink said: "It is with great confidence that I hand over my position to Filipe after seven years as CEO of this fantastic company. Thanks to the dedication of all employees, we have strengthened Aweta's operational and financial performance, improving our market presence and helping customers succeed. I am convinced Filipe will make Aweta an even stronger company. In my new advisory role, I look forward to remaining involved with great enthusiasm."
Guido Grobbink, Partner at Standard Investment, added: "I would like to thank Otto for his continued efforts in expanding and professionalizing Aweta into one of the leading companies in its sector. With the appointment of Filipe, we are confident we have secured an experienced and capable leader to continue Aweta's growth trajectory in the years ahead."
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