Graduate, Ecole Polytechnique and Harvard Business School. 2001-07, led global business units at Valeo (automotive systems supplier) as Vice-President and Member of the Executive Committee. 1988-2001, several positions within Michelin (global tire manufacturer) in production, supply chain, and as Chief Executive Officer, Michelin Japan. 2007, joined Tarkett, a global leader in innovative and sustainable solutions for flooring and sports surfaces; currently, Chief Executive Officer; has rolled out a profitable growth strategy, including 19 acquisitions in 8 years; led Tarkett’s IPO on Euronext Paris in 2013; leads a strategy of sustainability and innovation, based on a vision of a purposeful and collaborative circular economy; also promotes entrepreneurial leadership within the company, driving Tarkett towards offering the ultimate customer experience.