The visionary behind the world's largest luxury goods conglomerate.
About
Bernard Arnault at a glance
Born in Roubaix in 1949, Bernard Arnault is a French business magnate and the Chairman and CEO of LVMH, the world’s leading luxury goods conglomerate. Renowned for his sharp acumen in acquisitions and brand-building, he expanded the group's portfolio to over 75 prestigious Maisons, including Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Moët & Chandon.
With a net worth consistently ranking among the highest globally, Bernard Arnault’s influence extends far beyond fashion and wine, shaping global trends in luxury consumption and innovation. He has been awarded the honorary titles of Grand Cross de la Légion d’Honneur (the highest French order of merit) and Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres.
With a net worth consistently ranking among the highest globally, Bernard Arnault’s influence extends far beyond fashion and wine, shaping global trends in luxury consumption and innovation. He has been awarded the honorary titles of Grand Cross de la Légion d’Honneur (the highest French order of merit) and Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres.
1984
First step into luxury with Dior
75 +
Luxury brands under LVMH
$500B
LVMH market value milestone
Experience
Present
LVMH
CEO
Education
1971
École Polytechnique
Master of Engineering
Interests
Did you know?
Bernard Arnault trained as a classical pianist before pursuing a career in business.
Bernard Arnault is a well-known art lover and collector with a commitment to cultural philanthropy.
Gucci turned down LVMH's takeover bid in 1999, sparking one of the luxury industry’s most iconic rivalries between Bernard Arnault and François Pinault of Kering.