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Harley-Davidson confirms CEO Jochen Zeitz will retire this year

Harley-Davidson announced that CEO Jochen Zeitz intends to retire in 2025 after five years in the position.
Zeitz, appointed CEO in May 2020, served on Harley-Davidson's board since 2007, initiating strategic changes.
His tenure involved implementing the Hardwire strategic plan and navigating a challenging operating environment for the company.
The Board expressed gratitude for Zeitz's contributions, including the Hardwire plan, while his leadership faced criticism for sales downturns.
Harley-Davidson has begun searching for a new CEO, while Zeitz will remain in his current role until a successor is found.

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