Frédéric Arnault Named New CEO of Loro Piana

29-year-old Frédéric, one of the five children of LVMH chairman Bernard Arnault, has assumed the CEO position for the group’s significant Italian luxury brand. Prior to this appointment, Frédéric graduated from France’s École Polytechnique and spent six years at TAG Heuer before being promoted to CEO of the group’s watch division in 2024. In a statement, LVMH described Frédéric as having “a strategic vision for the watchmaking industry based on quality and expertise that has been beneficial to the group.” Additionally, he played a key role in the global collaboration between LVMH and Formula 1. Frédéric’s accomplishments include acquiring L’Épée 1839, a Switzerland-based high-end clock manufacturer, as well as expanding LVMH’s partnership with Tag Heuer in F1 and strengthening LVMH Watch Week. Frédéric will commence his role as CEO of Loro Piana on March 26, during a transitional period with Damien Bertrand.








