WireCo executive to retire this month
WireCo, a manufacturer of mission-critical wire rope, synthetic rope and netting, and electromechanical cable, announced José Gramaxo, president of its Global Synthetics Division, will retire at the end of 2025.
“After 47 years, I felt the time was right to retire, although I’ll admit I’ve second-guessed the decision more than once,” said Gramaxo. “I’m looking forward to spending more time with my family, pursuing personal interests, and taking a moment to reflect after dedicating much of my life to building a leading rope and netting business.
“It’s an emotional milestone, as I’ve had the privilege of working with exceptional colleagues, customers and partners throughout the years," he continued. "Nonetheless, I’m confident this is the right moment for me to step back.”
Gramaxo will continue in his current role until Dec. 31, ensuring there is little disruption to the business. He will remain as an advisor to the CEO.
“You simply don’t replace someone like José, a true icon in this industry,” said Keith White, CEO of WireCo. “He has spent his entire life in this business and his influence can be felt wherever ropes and netting are made, used, or discussed. It has been an honor for WireCo to have him as part of the team, and he will be greatly missed by employees, customers, partners, and industry colleagues alike.”
“That said, we have been preparing for this transition over the past three years, and we’ve built a robust succession plan and organizational structure to ensure continuity and minimize any impact on day-to-day business operations.”
Gramaxo has served in many capacities throughout his career, but he will be remembered fondly for walking the factory floor whenever he could and greeting everyone by their first name, which engendered tremendous loyalty to the company.
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