Business Chief Magazine March 2026 | Page 65

TOP 10 | MOST INFLUENTIAL CEOs

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WATCH NOW Leena Nair, Global CEO, Chanel

Leena Nair

Company: Chanel Employees: 38,000 Revenue: US $ 18.7bn
Leena Nair, Global CEO of Chanel since January 2022, leads with a humancentred, progressive style focused on long-term business impact. She has driven Chanel’ s brand excellence, enhanced client experience and accelerated sustainability efforts, including ambitious net-zero targets. Under her leadership, Chanel increased funding to Fondation CHANEL, supporting millions of women and girls worldwide. She champions creativity, craftsmanship, diversity and inclusion, positioning Chanel for a sustainable and innovative future while respecting its heritage. ​ businesschief. com
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