Patrick Firmenich was Chairman of the Board of Firmenich International SA, a privately owned fragrances and flavourings company, from 2016 to 2023 and its CEO for 12 years. In 2023, he became Vice Chairman of DSM firmenich, a listed company. He has demonstrated his entrepreneurial leadership by significantly advancing the Firmenich group’s global position through organic and in-organic growth and succeeded in transforming the organization to continuously respond to client needs and the market environment. He developed an ambitious sustainability strategy for the group to lead the industry in health, safety and environmental performance. Before joining Firmenich, he held several positions in the legal and banking sectors, including working as an international investment banking analyst.
Personal Details
Title: Mr
Surname: Firmenich
Known as: Patrick
DoB: 01/01/1962
Age: 64 years
M/F: Male
Nationality: Switzerland
Country of Birth: Switzerland
Language: English
Qualification: LL.M. , MBA
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Credit Suisse Group
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01/01/2021
UBS
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01/01/2021
UBS
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01/01/2021
UBS
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01/01/2021
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