New appointments at ABK Group

ABK Group is pleased to announce the appointment of José Luis Ramón as Member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately, and of Stefano Giordani as Director of Marketing, Innovation and Product Development, effective from monday May 4th 2026.

José Luis Ramón will support the Group’s strategic direction, with a particular focus on accelerating growth and development activities within ABK’s slabs product segment.

“We are delighted to welcome José Luis to ABK Group at a pivotal moment for our development,” said Stefano Socci, CEO at ABK Group. “His deep understanding of the global surfaces market, combined with a proven track record of leadership and innovation, will be instrumental in strengthening our overall direction and supporting our long-term ambitions.”

With over two decades of international executive experience in the premium surfaces industry, José Luis Ramón brings an outstanding track record of leadership, vision and value creation. He has held senior leadership roles at some of the most prominent players in the sector, including CEO of Neolith Group and Corporate COO at Cosentino Group, where he played a pivotal role in the development and global launch of Dekton. In addition, he has been actively involved in technology-driven businesses such as Veegoo Technology and Electronics for Imaging (EFI), reinforcing his expertise at the intersection of materials, design, and industrial innovation.

At ABK Group, José Luis Ramón’s mandate will concentrate on strengthening the overall strategy, with particular attention to the slabs segment, while providing hands-on support to the ABK team to drive day-to-day growth. His deep knowledge of competitive dynamics, global distribution networks, product applications, and brand positioning in the slab and large-format surface market makes him an ideal strategic figure for this role.

“ABK Group has built a remarkable platform, with a strong portfolio of brands and a compelling product offering – particularly in the slabs space. I am excited to contribute to its next phase of development, supporting the Group’s broader growth priorities. My focus will be on identifying strategic opportunities, enhancing market penetration, and supporting the team in building long-term value for the brand and its partners worldwide“, said José Luis Ramón.

Stefano Giordani will assume responsibility for the strategic direction of the Group’s product portfolio, with focus on further enhancing innovation, design, and quality.

Giordani brings a distinguished career in the Italian ceramic industry, having held senior marketing and product development roles at some of the sector’s most prominent companies, including Cooperativa Ceramica d’Imola, Colorobbia Gruppo, Iris Ceramica, and Florim Ceramiche. Notably, he previously served at ABK Group between 2009 and 2015, where he gained direct and thorough knowledge of the Group’s structure, core values, and product offering.

“We are delighted to welcome Stefano to our management team,” said CEO Stefano Socci. “His expertise, professionalism, and commitment to enhancing our product positioning will strengthen both our strategic vision of the market and our determination to pursue our ambitious long-term objectives.”
In his new role, Stefano Giordani will drive the continuous improvement of ABK Group’s products in terms of innovation, quality, and design — with the overarching objective of further strengthening the Group’s positioning in the premium ceramic market.

Stefano Giordani will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer. The Marketing and Communication, Merchandising and Trade Fairs, and Research & Development functions will report directly to him, consolidating under his leadership the key disciplines that shape ABK Group’s product and marketing strategy.

“I am very pleased to rejoin ABK Group in a role of such significance for the company at this particular moment in time. Having already worked for this organization, I know very well both its culture of product making and the commercial potential that has always set it apart. I look forward to engaging with the entire team to help raise the bar further on innovation, design, and quality — always in the service of our many partners around the world,” said Giordani.

Aprile 2026 – www.abkgroup.it