Helios Technologies names Sean Bagan president, CEO

Helios Technologies (HLIO) announced that its Board of Directors has promoted Sean P. Bagan to President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Bagan has also been nominated to the Company’s Board of Directors and will be eligible for election at the June 2025 Annual Meeting. The Board, through an external search firm, conducted a thorough search process consisting of internal and external candidates. Mr. Bagan has been serving as the Interim President, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer since July 8, 2024. He will continue as Chief Financial Officer as Helios will now initiate a search to backfill Mr. Bagan’s previous role. In addition, Philippe Lemaitre will resume his role as Non-Executive Chairman. “The Board has unanimously determined that Sean Bagan is the right choice to lead Helios Technologies into the future. He has done a great job in his Interim President and Chief Executive Officer position in addition to his Chief Financial Officer role over the last six months. He has confidently guided the operations as well as focused on new ways to further develop the high performing talent we have within the organization. We believe his passion for the business, his strategic mindset, his business acumen, his integrity, as well as his straightforward and service leadership style are exactly what Helios needs moving forward. We are very optimistic about Helios’ opportunities in 2025 and beyond. We thank Sean and the leadership team for their commitment during this transition period,” commented Philippe Lemaitre, Chairman of the Board.