Lectra Appoints John Brearley As President Of The Americas

Lectra, a global leader in industrial intelligence technology solutions for fashion, automotive and furniture sectors, has announced the appointment of John Brearley as President, Americas, effective 1 October 2025. He will also join Lectra’s Executive Committee.

The Americas region is a key market for Lectra, accounting for 33% of the Group’s sales in 2024. With 400 employees across seven locations—including the Tolland production site—and more than 8,000 customers, the region serves a diverse portfolio spanning fashion, automotive, furniture, and other industries.

Daniel Harari, Lectra Chairman and CEO, said: “We look forward to John Brearley continuing his impactful journey within the Group. With his extensive industry experience and proven track record in customer-centric leadership, he is ideally positioned to drive growth, strengthen customer relationships, and deliver on our strategic objectives in the Americas.”

John Brearley brings over 40 years of experience in the industry. He began his career at Investronica, leading its UK operations before relocating to the US in 2001. Following Lectra’s acquisition of Investronica in 2004, John oversaw the growth of Consumables and Parts activities, later serving as Vice President of Customer Care for Lectra Americas in 2007, and Senior Vice President of Customer Success in 2020.

John Brearley commented: “It is an honour to take on this new role at such a strategic moment for Lectra and our customers in the Americas. My focus will be on supporting customers through Industry 4.0, helping them grow more resilient, agile and sustainable through every step of their digital transformation.”