BSH Home Appliances Corporation Names Christian Funk CFO for Region North America
IRVINE, Calif., – April 1, 2025 (BSH) – BSH Home Appliances Corporation, a leader in premium and luxury home appliances in the North American market and across the globe, today announces the appointment of Christian Funk as Chief Financial Officer Region North America, effective today. Funk succeeds Jesús Egido, who will return to Europe after successfully concluding his long-time foreign assignment in North America.
Christian Funk joined the company's German headquarters on Oct.1, 2024 following multiple assignments within the larger Bosch Group in Europe and China. “Christian brings valuable strategic insight and international experience to our organization due to his extensive background as a finance leader within the Bosch Group. His appointment reflects BSH’s commitment to ensuring strong leadership and driving continued growth in the North American region,” said Darcy Clarkson, CEO for BSH Home Appliances Corporation in Region North America. [...]
“I am honored to join the BSH North America Board of Management, especially at a time when the company is focused on executing our ambitious Growth and Value Creation Strategy 2030,” said Funk. “BSH, as well as the entire Bosch Group, recognizes North America as a strategic growth market. With our strong brands and high-quality products, we are well positioned to further expand our market share by delivering outstanding consumer happiness and customer success. I am excited to collaborate with the team to strengthen our market position and continue laying the groundwork for both short-term and long-term success.”
Prior to joining BSH, Funk held several key positions within the Bosch Group, including Vice President of Controlling for the Business Unit Video Systems and Solutions at Bosch Security Systems B.V. in the Netherlands. He also served as Head of Controlling, Purchasing and Logistics for Robert Bosch B.V., Energy and Building Solutions in the Netherlands, where he successfully executed a turnaround strategy for the business. Most recently, Funk was Vice President in the Office of Dr. Christian Fischer, the Deputy Chairman of the Board of Management of the Bosch Group and Head of the Supervisory Board of BSH.
Funk holds a Master of Arts in Strategy and International Management from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland.
Funk will join CEO Darcy Clarkson and COO Michael Rosenbauer on the BSH Region North America Board of Management team.
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About BSH Home Appliances Corporation:
BSH Home Appliances, headquartered in Munich, Germany, with a total turnover of EUR 14.8 billion and 60,000 employees in 2023, is a global leader in the home appliance industry. The company’s brand portfolio includes 12 well-known appliance brands such as Bosch, Siemens, Gaggenau, Neff and Thermador, along with the smart home ecosystem brand Home Connect and service brands. BSH produces at 38 factories and is represented in some 50 countries. BSH Home Appliances Corporation, headquartered in Irvine, Calif., is recognized for its high-end kitchen and home appliances, known for quality and superior design. In North America, BSH markets its products under the Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau brands – each renowned for their rich legacy and excellence. Bosch is celebrated worldwide for its precision engineered and efficient home appliances, while Thermador is synonymous with luxury kitchen solutions tailored for culinary enthusiasts. Gaggenau stands out with its avant-garde designs and professional-grade appliances, appealing to those who seek the ultimate in performance and aesthetics. BSH is a Bosch Group company.
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