Karine: Chief ESG & Sustainability Officer - France
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Position: Chief ESG & Sustainability Officer
Nationality: France
Home Country: France
Experience
Experienced sustainability and corporate transformation leader with 15+ years of embedding ESG principles into strategy and communication. Proven in managing complex transitions, enhancing corporate reputation, and driving value through innovative CSR initiatives. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, regulatory compliance, and leveraging sustainability as a business advantage for long-term growth.
Major Achievements
Delivered impactful ESG strategies within global organizations, including one with €175 billion in annual revenue, achieving a 20% CO₂ reduction over two years while enhancing operational resilience.
Led sustainability and transformation initiatives that increased operational efficiency by 30% and boosted stakeholder engagement 30-fold through strategic communication and innovation.
Directed cross-functional teams of up to 950 experts, managing post-merger transformations and aligning ESG goals with business priorities to secure leadership positions in global sustainability rankings.
Industry Sector Competencies
• automotive and mobility services• Automotive
Professional Objectives
• Function: EXCOM members, independent directors• Interim Manager: Yes
• Permanent Position: Yes
• Operational: Yes
• Availability: Full time
• Prefered Locations: Paris, Geneva, Lausanne (i am also Swiss)
Additional Professional Interests
• Operational Coaching on demand• Non Executive Director Assignments
Countries Covered
• Spain• France
Operational Competencies
• DEI strategy (Expert)• ESG & sustainability strategy (Expert)
• Business development (Professional)
• New product or service launch (Professional)
• Geographical expansion (Professional)
• Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)
• Pre or post investment audit (Expert)