CemAI

CemAI announced a leadership change on October 19, 2026. CemAI appointed Andrew Crose CEO to lead growth of its AI-powered digital manufacturing solutions for cement producers as Scott Ziegler, CEO since inception, transitions to new opportunities.

What changed

Andrew Crose was named Chief Executive Officer. Scott Ziegler, who led CemAI as its CEO since its inception, will transition to new opportunities, the company said.

• Leader: Andrew Crose
• Role: Chief Executive Officer
• Effective: October 12, 2026
• Announcement date: October 19, 2026

Leadership background

Crose most recently served as Head of Strategic Markets at APTIV. Earlier roles include Chief Commercial Officer at Xerotech, Vice President and General Manager of the Autonomous Mining Division at Hexagon, and Managing Director for EMEA and Growth Strategy at Hexagon. The company said he brings international experience scaling industrial technology businesses and commercializing technologies including AI, autonomy and the Internet of Things.

The mandate

CemAI said Crose will lead its strategy and growth plan, with a focus on footprint expansion, strategic partnerships, product development and customer success. The company said it will expand its portfolio of digital services with additional manufacturing solutions for the global cement industry.

Why this matters for GTM teams

Executive appointments can precede changes in strategy, operating cadence, hiring, partnerships, and technology priorities. The useful signal is not the title alone: teams should watch the new leader’s stated mandate, prior playbook, organizational scope, and the initiatives announced during the first two quarters.

Source and methodology

This leadership profile is based on the company’s announcement. Roles, transition timing, and biographical details are presented as announced; SalesTools Research does not infer undisclosed succession plans.

Primary source: CemAI leadership announcement.