Jean Paul Betemps is the CEO of Cogne Specialty Steel USA, Inc. and President of Cogne Mexico, S.A. de C.V., bringing over 25 years of global experience in the specialty steel industry.

Since joining Cogne in 1997, he has held roles across production, product management, and executive leadership, building a deep, hands-on understanding of the full value chain.

Currently leading operations across North America, he has driven substantial growth in strategic sectors including Oil & Gas, Automotive, Aerospace, and Medical.

His work spans market strategy, pricing, raw material sourcing and human resources management.

With a career that began on the forging shop floor and evolved into top-level leadership, Jean Paul Betemps brings a rare blend of technical insight and commercial acumen to the global metals industry.