Engie’s new CEO, Isabelle Kocher, has come into her role at a challenging time for the energy giant. But, with a clear vision for the future, she is reimaging the company to ensure its continued success
Replacing one of the longest serving CEOs on the DAX index is no easy task, but a resurgent Adidas may have found its perfect fit in Kasper Rorsted
Under Håkan Samuelsson, Volvo Cars is combining luxury and new technology with a formidable safety record. The company’s Chinese owners have made a safe choice
As cigarettes face increasing regulation and a diminished customer base, under Lars Dahlgren’s leadership Swedish Match is looking ahead to a smoke-free tobacco industry
Heineken CEO Jean-François van Boxmeer spent his formative years in Africa, learning emerging markets are the future for European brands. His unique insights have paid off
As Managing Director of Spabreaks, Abi Wright has pioneered a morality-led approach to the spa industry, fighting to ensure illnesses and disabilities are not used as barriers to entry
Marco Bizzarri is writing a new chapter at Gucci, where he has set about freeing the brand from its adherence to tradition
John Cryan will soon become the sole CEO of Deutsche Bank. If he is able to turn the German banking giant around, it could be a career-defining achievement
That the announcement of Patricia Barbizet as the new CEO of Christie’s was treated as a surprise shows how far the business world still has to go. Her abilities are undeniable and her record speaks for itself
Mario Greco returns to Zurich with a phenomenal reputation, having saved Generali in his time away from the firm. However, even he will find the current industry weather extremely difficult to thrive in
Annika Falkengren, CEO of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken, saw her bank emerge successfully from the 2008 financial crisis. As European banks look likely to face further trouble, her approach is just what her firm needs
Known as the man who saved the mechanical watch, Jean-Claude Biver’s philosophical imprint on the Swiss watch industry has been as profound as his business success through the years
The CEO of UBS is unafraid of making bold statements on behalf of his industry. Looking at his past achievements, surely few would question his authority and knowledge of all things banking
Heading up the world’s largest food manufacturer carries a lot of responsibility. Thankfully, Nestlé CEO Paul Bulcke is very aware of the importance of health, though his stance on water still raises a few eyebrows
Rocked by strikes and violent employee protests, Air France is not the giant it once was. Restoring calm and financial growth is proving a huge challenge for CEO Frédéric Gagey
The European CEO awards 2025 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors.
