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Bernard Arnault upgrades chairman's office with a chief of staff

By Philippe Vasset

Published on 28.05.2026 at 05:00 GMT Reading time 2 min

Having for many years made do with a simple executive assistant, the founder and CEO of LVMH recently recruited an experienced chief of staff, which is tantamount to a quiet revolution within the luxury goods giant.

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Bernard Arnault upgrades chairman's office with a chief of staff

Having for many years made do with a simple executive assistant, the founder and CEO of LVMH recently recruited an experienced chief of staff, which is tantamount to a quiet revolution within the luxury goods giant.

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Bernard Arnault upgrades chairman's office with a chief of staff

Arnault family
LVMH delegation discreetly attends Taylor Swift's wedding

LVMH
Bernard Arnault's business title in battle with landlord

Arnault family
Arnaults use LVMH shares as handy collateral

Spotlight
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