"A fresh block administrator steps down early": New block administrator departs - after mere five months
In a surprising turn of events, Carsten Horn, the current CEO of Eugen Block Holding GmbH, has announced his departure from the company, effective July 17, 2025. The news comes after a mutual agreement with the company's founder and shareholder, Eugen Block.
Horn's decision to leave was a considered one, citing that "sometimes it fits well - and yet not quite" as the reason for his departure. The reasons for the fundamental differences of opinion between Horn and the company remain unclear, with no further details provided.
Eugen Block, in a heartfelt statement, expressed mutual respect for Horn, thanking him for his commitment, openness, clarity, and impulses for the corporate group. He also emphasised his desire to remain on friendly terms with his former employee after his departure.
The operational responsibility for the Block Group will now lie with an experienced trio. Karl-Heinz Krämer, a 20-year employee, will oversee the entire food division, including production, retail, foodservice, and sustainability as the COO. Julian Pfitzner, who joined the company in September 2024, will be responsible for gastronomy, hotel, and marketing, also as the COO. Michael Kafka, with 14 years of service, will handle finance, controlling, construction, and IT as the CFO.
The Block Group, based in Hamburg, is now seeking a new CEO. However, no information has been given about any potential successor for the position. Despite the departure of Horn, the company remains optimistic about its future, with the experienced trio at the helm.
It's important to note that there is no available information in the search results regarding a CEO transition, reasons for the departure of Carsten Horn, or a succession plan at the Block Group. The search results mention CEO transitions and leadership changes at Kenvue and Thumzup Media, but neither references Block Group, Carsten Horn, nor the specifics of the query.
As the Block Group moves forward, it remains to be seen what changes will be implemented and how the company will continue to grow and thrive under new leadership.
In the aftermath of Carsten Horn's departure, the Block Group will focus on its business operations with an experienced leadership team. Karl-Heinz Krämer, Julian Pfitzner, and Michael Kafka will lead the food division, gastronomy, hotel, marketing, finance, controlling, construction, and IT respectively, aiming to continue the group's growth and success in their careers.
