Dolf van den Brink steps down as CEO of Heineken
12-01-2026 Heineken has announced that Dolf van den Brink will step down from his position effective May 31, 2026.
Dolf van den Brink has been with Heineken since 1998. He started as a management trainee and held various positions before becoming CEO of the United States, Mexico, and Asia-Pacific. In 2020, he was appointed CEO.
Van den Brink is stepping down from his position prematurely. He cites six years at the helm and the implementation of the EverGreen Strategy 2030 as the reasons for his departure, stating that now is the right time to hand over his position. The supervisory board has started the search for a successor.
Van den Brink will remain available as an advisor for eight months after his departure.
Chairman of the supervisory board Peter Wennink: "The Supervisory Board is grateful to Dolf for his leadership and long-standing commitment to Heineken, including guiding the company through a demanding period of transformation, delivering on EverGreen 2025 while navigating a challenging external environment. With the launch of EverGreen 2030, Dolf has set out a compelling strategy for the future of Heineken, and the supervisory board greatly values his contribution. The next phase will focus on bringing this strategy to life through disciplined execution of our strategic growth ambitions. With this in mind, the supervisory board agrees this is the right moment to start the succession process to secure strong leadership for the future."