The 52-year-old was working with Unilever as the global CHRO and her career there spanned 30 years. She is an Indian-origin British citizen and now joins a growing list of leading Indian-origin corporate executives at the world’s leading companies.
Taking to her social media account, she wrote, “I am humbled and honored to be appointed as the Global CEO of Chanel, a reputed and admired company. I am very inspired to be the channel. This is such a company. who believes in it. Freedom to create, in acting to develop human potential and make a positive impact in the world. I am grateful for my long career at Unilever, which has been my home for 30 years. It has helped me Given so many opportunities to learn, grow and contribute to a truly purpose-driven organization. I will always be a proud supporter of Unilever and its ambition to normalize sustainable living.”
Under his leadership, Unilever was named the number one FMCG graduate employer of choice in 54 countries. He spearheaded the diversity and inclusion agenda for the organization, ensuring that its workforce is diverse and inclusive. Nair is also an advocate of human-centered workplaces and compassionate leadership.
She hails from Kolhapur, Maharashtra and did her schooling from Holy Cross Convent High School. Leena graduated from XLRI and was a gold medalist.
Prior to Lena, American businesswoman Maureen Chikett was the brand’s CEO for nine years, until she was terminated in 2016. French billionaire Alain Wertheimer, a 73-year-old who owns Chanel with his brother Gerard Wertheimer, took over as CEO. temporary basis.
Chanel was founded in 1910 by fashion legend Gabrielle Coco Chanel as a hat boutique on Rue Cambon in Paris and became a byword for French chic.
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