Anne Raphaël is an accomplished executive search professional with a track record of successful searches in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia. A recognised expert in international brands, fashion, retail and luxury, Anne leads C-level and board member searches in these sectors. She has also served as a top executive in the same industry for 15 years, and leverages her extensive experience to help clients recruit top talent.

Professional Focus

  • Significant experience in global executive search, with a track record of successful placements in C-level roles in Europe, North America, Middle East and Asia
  • A recognised specialist in international brands and the retail & luxury sector, including fashion, beauty, premium brands, retail experts, e-commerce/ digital organisations, media, hospitality, and selective distribution
  • Talent adviser and recruitment of creative talents, heads of style, artistic directors, perfumers
  • Additional expertise in board assessment, evaluation and search
  • Fluent in French, English, Spanish, conversational Italian

Business Expertise

  • Managing Partner in Paris-based executive search firm specialising in senior executive recruitment; developed business relationships with international clients leading searches in Europe, North America, Middle East, Asia
  • Managing Director at Yves Saint Laurent Beauté France/Kering Group ex PPR
  • Started career in sales & marketing roles with Procter & Gamble before moving into luxury goods

Additional Expertise

  • Board Services

Education & Certifications

  • MBA from Georgia State University – Atlanta – USA
  • BA & Management degree from Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Paris ESCP – Paris - France

Affiliations & Awards

  • Non-Executive Director of Boyden Foundation for social entrepreneurship
  • Ashoka advisor in France

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