MillerKnoll names interim chief Jeff Stutz as permanent CEO
MillerKnoll Inc. announced Wednesday, Oct. 21, that its board of directors has unanimously named Jeff Stutz as CEO and a member of the board, effective immediately.
ZEELAND — MillerKnoll Inc. announced Wednesday, Oct. 21, that its board of directors has unanimously named Jeff Stutz as CEO and a member of the board, effective immediately.
The global collective of design, furniture and manufacturing brands was formed in 2021 when Herman Miller acquired Knoll.
Stutz, who has served as interim CEO since June 30, permanently fills the leadership position after previous CEO Andi Owen officially retired after nearly eight years, stepping down from the board and taking a leave of absence earlier that month to focus on family matters.
Stutz has helped lead the Zeeland-based design and manufacturing company through recent operational improvements, company officials said.
"As interim CEO, Jeff has made an immediate and meaningful impact by driving stronger operating income, margins and earnings," John R. Hoke III, chairman of the board, said in a prepared statement.
He added that the appointment followed a rigorous search process.
Stutz brings more than 25 years of industry experience to the role. Prior to taking over as interim CEO, he served as chief operating officer starting in September 2025, managing the company's International Contract segment, global manufacturing operations and several European brands.
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Stutz also spent more than a decade as chief financial officer after joining Herman Miller in 2001, where he held various leadership roles in investor relations, treasury and accounting.
"Serving as interim CEO over the past few months, I have been working even more closely with our teams, customers and partners around the globe, reinforcing my conviction in our strengths and upside potential," Stutz said. He noted his primary focus moving forward will be managing costs with discipline, sharpening company priorities, and strengthening the balance sheet.
Stutz earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Michigan State University and a Master of Business Administration from Grand Valley State University.
MillerKnoll is a global collective of design brands that includes Herman Miller, Knoll, Design Within Reach, HAY and Muuto.
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