An overview of recent Big Food splits, including Unilever and Kraft Heinz, exploring whether demergers are strategic growth opportunities or risky moves amid investor skepticism and operational challenges.
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
Areas of Expertise
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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