Patrick Sauvageot appointed CEO of Hennessy.PARIS Paris, in Greek mythology Paris or Alexander, in Greek mythology, son of Priam and Hecuba and brother of Hector. Because it was prophesied that he would cause the destruction of Troy, Paris was abandoned on Mt. -- LVMH LVMH Moët Hennessy-Louis Vuitton (upscale retailer) announces the appointment of Patrick Sauvageot as CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Hennessy. Patrick Sauvageot will succeed Roland de Farcy farcy: see glanders. , who has headed Hennessy since May 2002. After strengthening the international development of the company, Mr. de Farcy has decided to pursue other career interests. Patrick Sauvageot graduated from ESSEC ESSEC École Supérieure des Sciences Économiques et Commerciales (French business school) . From 1987, he has held sales and marketing positions of increasing responsibility within the Danone Group, including in the beer, mineral water and fresh products fields. After having been nominated Managing Director for Fresh Products in the Czech Republic and Argentina, he has been CEO of Dairy Products Danone France, one of the Group's most important divisions, since 2002. Christophe Navarre, President of Moet Hennessy LVMH Wines & Spirits, said: "We are delighted to welcome Patrick Sauvageot at the head of Hennessy. His international experience and expertise in brand management will be key assets to the ongoing growth of Hennessy." Mr. Navarre added: "We are grateful to Roland de Farcy for his contribution to the influence of Hennessy, one of the leading brands in our luxury wines and spirits portfolio." |
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