Change in the Outokumpu Leadership Team: Anouk de Graaf appointed as EVP – People, Sustainability & Corporate Relations
Outokumpu Corporation
Stock exchange release
November 4, 2025 at 11.00 am EET
Change in the Outokumpu Leadership Team: Anouk de Graaf appointed as EVP – People, Sustainability & Corporate Relations
Anouk de Graaf (MBA) has been appointed as Executive Vice President – People, Sustainability and Corporate Relations and a member of Outokumpu Leadership Team as of February 1, 2026.
Anouk de Graaf has an extensive international background in human resources, spanning across diverse industries and several regions, most recently as Vice President, Global People and Culture Business Partners at Borealis and before that in various HR leadership and management roles at DSM and Philips.
“I am delighted to welcome Anouk to Outokumpu’s Leadership Team. Her global experience in strategic human resources and change management will support our transformation and the execution of our growth-focused strategy. Anouk is a business-driven leader with strong values and communication skills and will be a great addition to our team,” says Kati ter Horst, President and CEO at Outokumpu.
“I’m thrilled to be joining the Outokumpu team at a pivotal moment, to support the implementation of the new strategy, EVOLVE. This is an exciting and meaningful opportunity both personally and professionally. Building on more than 100 years of expertise, Outokumpu’s commitment to sustainability and innovation creates a powerful foundation for future growth,” says Anouk de Graaf.
Anouk de Graaf will be based in the Netherlands and report to CEO Kati ter Horst.
For more information:
Investors: Ulla Paajanen, SVP, IR and Strategic Advisory, tel. +358 40 763 8767
Media: Päivi Allenius, SVP – Brand, Communications and Public Affairs, tel. +358 40 753 7374, or Outokumpu media desk, tel. +358 40 351 9840, e-mail media(at)outokumpu.com
Outokumpu Corporation
Outokumpu is accelerating the green transition as the global leader in sustainable stainless steel. Our business is based on the circular economy: our products are made from 95% recycled materials, which we then turn into fully recyclable stainless steel. This steel is utilized in various applications across society, including infrastructure, mobility, and household appliances. We are committed to 1.5°C target to mitigate climate change, and with up to 75% lower carbon footprint than the industry average, we support our customers to reduce their emissions. Together, we are working towards a world that lasts forever. Outokumpu Corporation employs approximately 8,700 professionals in close to 30 countries, with headquarters in Helsinki, Finland and shares listed in Nasdaq Helsinki. Read more: www.outokumpu.com
