THE FAR Eastern University appointed Juan Miguel Montinola as its new president.

He will replace Dr. Michael M. Alba on August 1, 2023 to become FEU’s 11th president.

“Montinola has been the chief finance officer of FEU from 2010 and one of the principal authors of FEU Aspirations for 2015-2020 and 2020-2028,” the university said.

“He has also been a key player in the expansion moves of the university,” it added.

Prior to joining FEU, Montinola was the CEO and country manager of Lafarge Cementi S.r.l. from 2006 to 2008, and president of Republic Cement Corporation from 1996 to 2006.

Montinola has extensive senior management as well as board level experiences in several corporations and foundations.

He earned degrees in Master of Business Administration from the International Institute for Management Development in Switzerland in 1989, and a B.A. in Economics from College of William & Mary in the US in 1983.

“Thank you for the trust. I am excited to lead the team towards its centennial aspiration goals. But for sure, big shoes to fill after President Mike Alba,” Montinola said.