BENOIT de Clerck doesn’t shy away from a challenge; in fact he quite relishes it. As a seasoned veteran in the watchmaking industry, he has amassed extensive experience at some of the world’s most prominent watch markets across the globe. With extensive watchmaking expertise and a deep knowledge of strategic international business development, he brings over 25 years of executive experience now to Zenith as its chief executive officer.
“I’m delighted to welcome Benoit within the LVMH Watches & Jewelry Division, as the new CEO of Zenith,” said Stéphane Bianchi, CEO of LVMH Watches & Jewelry Division on Clerck’s appointment in January. “Bringing a solid watchmaking expertise, together with a deep knowledge of international business development, he will undoubtedly pursue the great work undertaken by Julien (Tornare) over the previous years and shape the future of Swiss watchmaking with Zenith,” she concluded.