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Courtesy of Richemont |
Word found its way to the North Shore offices of Henkitime (the Blog Formerly Known as Tempus Fugit), that rather than identify an up and coming talent, the brain trust as Richemont felt it made more sense to recycle a former CEO and put him back in the role again.
And this is a bit curious owing to the battle royale that (not so) quietly played out between the then CEO of IWC and the once-and-future CEO of JLC to win the hearts and minds of the Richemont faithful. Long story short, it appeared to end in a draw with Kerns decamping to the leafy glens of Grenchen, and Mr. Lambert assuming the crown at the group writ large.
But time is fluid, nothing is forever, and the once-and-future king has returned.
Here's the briefing from Richemont -
Jaeger-LeCoultre is pleased to announce the appointment of Jérôme Lambert, currently Richemont Group Chief Operating Officer, as Maison Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025.
Jérôme Lambert has had a distinguished career within Richemont, having notably served as Chief Executive Officer of Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Richemont Group.
“It is with profound honour and genuine pleasure that I return to the Grande Maison, the place where I first set foot into the magnificent world of Swiss watchmaking. This opportunity is both a privilege and a homecoming to the craft and heritage that have shaped my career.”
Jérôme will be able to bring to bear his deep knowledge of the watch industry and affinity with the Maison as well as his vast Group experience to maintain its pioneering role in Swiss watchmaking and ensure its long-term success.
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