De Beers Group announced Sandrine Conseiller’s appointment as CEO of De Beers Brands.
Conseiller’s appointment follows Marc Jacheet’s decision to leave De Beers and she will join De Beers and become a member of the group’s executive committee on 1 December 2023.
In her new role, Conseiller will oversee the development of De Beers’ brands and investment in existing and new diamond markets.
She joined De Beers after eight years at Maus Freres Brands Group, where she was most recently CEO of Aigle and, before that, Group Marketing and Branding Executive Vice President for Lacoste.
Before joining Unilever, Conseiller held leadership positions in marketing, general management, and audit across multiple geographies.
She also has experience as a member of the board and senior advisor for PPYarns Carbios and Raise Sherpas.
She also received the Chevalière de l’Ordre National du Mérite (Knight of the French Republic) in recognition of promoting diversity in business while developing sustainability within the French industry.
Conseiller said: “I’m extremely excited to be joining De Beers, a truly iconic brand and the globally recognised home of diamonds. As the only diamond brand that starts at the source, I’ve been hugely inspired by the positive impact that De Beers diamonds create for the people and places where they are discovered.
“I’m looking forward to working with colleagues right around the world to further unlock the potential of De Beers’ brands through linking the beauty that diamonds bring to the world with the good that diamonds do.”
Al Cook, CEO, De Beers Group, added: “I’m delighted to welcome Sandrine to De Beers. Her record as the leader of iconic brands with a purpose speaks for itself. She has driven growth and transformation consistently.
“But I am even more impressed by her passion and values. Sandrine joins De Beers in an exciting time as we continue to grow our 135 year old brand and share beautiful diamond jewellery with clients all over the world. I am looking forward to working with Sandrine. I would like to thank Marc for his support and contribution during his time as CEO of De Beers brands and wish him great success in the future.”