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Apr 2024
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The CEO of French fashion house Chanel, Leena Nair, is a human resources veteran who had never run a company, spending decades at Unilever, before switching from the world of fast-moving consumer goods to haute couture and beauty. Francine Lacqua speaks to Leena Nair about her professional and personal journey, how it defines her leadership style, and her unique approach at the top of luxury.

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