Mativ Holdings, a global leader in specialty materials, announced the appointment of Lionel Bonte as president, Healthcare and Wellness, effective Nov. 7, 2022.

“We’re excited to add Lionel’s extensive industry experience and strong leadership to the Mativ team. As we accelerate growth and innovation across our business, Lionel’s vision and ability to drive strategic implementation will continue our momentum in the healthcare and wellness space,” says Julie Schertell, president & CEO of Mativ.

Bonte is an experienced global leader with more than two decades working across industries and geographies, including 10+ years of P&L accountability. He is joining Mativ from Ahlstrom where he led its Medical Business unit. He has also held leadership positions with HAVI Global Solutions and Tetra Pak. Bonte has worked in the U.S., Asia and Europe, and holds a master’s degree in International Business in Economics from ISCID Business School (Institut Supérieur de Commerce International de Dunkerque – Côte d’Opale).

Mativ’s Healthcare and Wellness business unit delivers essential products and solutions for advanced wound care, medical devices, wellness consumer products and bandages. Under Bonte’s leadership, the business will continue to focus on operational and commercial excellence, revenue growth and business development.

“I am delighted to join Mativ during this transformative time,” says Bonte. “Healthcare is a dynamic industry that is always growing and evolving. We have a real opportunity to push the limits of what’s possible and deliver innovation and excellence to our customers. I am looking forward to this next chapter.”