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Kering Is Reshaping Its Board With Two New Independent Directors Ahead of Its Shareholder Meeting

Kering is making significant changes at the top. The French luxury group announced on April 21, 2026 that it will propose the appointment of two new

Kering Is Reshaping Its Board With Two New Independent Directors Ahead of Its Shareholder Meeting
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Kering Is Reshaping Its Board With Two New Independent Directors Ahead of Its Shareholder Meeting

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Kering is making significant changes at the top. The French luxury group announced on April 21, 2026 that it will propose the appointment of two new independent directors at its Annual General Meeting on May 28, 2026, a move that would bring the board to 13 members, with 64% independent directors, 45% women, and 5 different nationalities.

Meet the Two Nominees

The first proposed appointee is Marie-Hélène Chenut, a seasoned executive who spent over 35 years at Chanel, holding roles across marketing, business development, and talent development on an international scale. Most recently, she led the Haute Couture division and the Haute Couture and Ready to Wear ateliers for nine years. Her deep understanding of operational and brand related challenges, and her ability to read the expectations of a demanding global clientele, are what Kering says makes her a natural fit for the board.

The second nominee is Laurent Kleitman,…

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