Ricoh announced the appointment of David Mills as Ricoh Europe Interim Chief Executive Officer, from 1 April 2025.
Nicola Downing has taken the decision to step down after three years as Ricoh Europe CEO, and 20 years with the organisation. Mills succeeds Nicola Downing, who has led Ricoh Europe since 2023. Downing will leave the organisation on 31 March 2025.
David Mills brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to his new role. Having joined Ricoh in 1982, David has held various senior positions in the organisation, including Ricoh Europe Chairman and CEO, where he played a pivotal role in driving the company’s transformation from print manufacturer to a leader in digital workplace.
Most recently, David has served as Global Investment Director, reporting directly to Takahiro Irisa, President of RICOH Digital Services Business Unit, Ricoh Company, Ltd.
Commenting on his appointment, David Mills said, “I am honoured to be taking on role of Interim CEO at Ricoh Europe. I care passionately about the business, and I’m looking forward to working more closely again with our talented colleagues and valued customers and partners across the EMEA region. Moving forward, we will intensify our commitment to delivering exceptional value while empowering our customers to achieve their digital transformation ambitions.”
