Ljubljana – November 04, 2026 -- Fotona has created a new Vice President, EMEA General Manager position and filled it with Miha Debelak, who took up the role on November 1, 2026 and reports directly to President and CEO Jeff Duchemin.
Debelak takes charge of direct entities and distributor markets across EMEA
Debelak will lead commercial operations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. His remit covers both Fotona's direct entities and its distributor markets in the region.
The laser-based medical and aesthetic technology maker describes the post as newly created. It links the move to rising demand for its technologies across EMEA and to its long-term growth strategy.
New hire brings 20-plus years at Baxter, Vantive and Bayer
Debelak has more than 20 years in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. He held senior commercial and operational roles at Baxter and, most recently, Vantive, after earlier experience at Bayer. Fotona says he has led multi-country organizations and business transformation programs across European healthcare markets.
CEO Duchemin ties the appointment to the next growth phase
Duchemin called EMEA an important region in Fotona's long-term growth strategy. He said the appointment reflects a commitment to investing in the leadership needed for the company's "next phase of growth."
Fotona did not disclose revenue, headcount or regional targets for the EMEA organization.