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'''Denis Duverne''' (born 31 October 1953) is a French business executive who served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of [[AXA]], one of the world's largest insurance and asset management groups, from September 2016 to April 2022. A graduate of two of France's most prestigious ''[[grandes écoles]]'' — [[HEC Paris]] and the [[École nationale d'administration]] (ENA) — Duverne spent the greater part of his career at AXA, where he rose through senior financial and operational roles before assuming the chairmanship upon the retirement of [[Henri de Castries]].<ref name="axa-appointment">{{cite web |title=Denis Duverne is appointed Chairman of AXA's Board of Directors and Thomas Buberl is appointed AXA's Chief Executive Officer |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/thomas-buberl-is-appointed-axa-ceo-september |publisher=AXA |date=2016-09-01 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Beyond his corporate career, Duverne has been active in international insurance policy through his chairmanship of the [[Insurance Development Forum]] (IDF) and in philanthropy, notably as chairman of the supervisory board of the [[Fondation pour la Recherche Médicale]] (French Foundation for Medical Research).<ref name="lefigaro-frm">{{cite web |title=Denis Duverne assure chez AXA et à la Fondation recherche médicale |url=https://www.lefigaro.fr/decideurs/nomination/2018/01/10/33002-20180110ARTFIG00357-denis-duverne-assure-chez-axa-et-a-la-fondation-recherche-medicale.php |work=Le Figaro |date=2018-01-10 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His tenure at the helm of AXA's board coincided with a period of strategic transformation under CEO [[Thomas Buberl]], including an increased emphasis on digital technology and sustainable development.
Denis Duverne (born 31 October 1953) is a French business executive who served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of [[AXA]], one of the world's largest insurance and asset management groups, from September 2016 to April 2022. Born in [[Lyon]], he built a career spanning several decades in French public administration and the global insurance industry, rising through the ranks at AXA to become one of its most influential leaders. A graduate of [[HEC Paris]] and the [[École nationale d'administration]] (ENA), Duverne held a series of senior executive roles at AXA before assuming the chairmanship upon the retirement of [[Henri de Castries]].<ref name="axa-appointment">{{cite web |title=Denis Duverne is appointed Chairman of AXA's Board of Directors and Thomas Buberl is appointed AXA's Chief Executive Officer |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/thomas-buberl-is-appointed-axa-ceo-september |publisher=AXA |date=2016-09-01 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Duverne has been active in philanthropy and international policy, serving as Chairman of the [[Fondation pour la recherche médicale]] (French Foundation for Medical Research) since 2017 and as Chair of the Steering Committee of the [[Insurance Development Forum]] (IDF) from 2018.<ref name="lefigaro-frm">{{cite news |title=Denis Duverne assure chez AXA et à la Fondation recherche médicale |url=https://www.lefigaro.fr/decideurs/nomination/2018/01/10/33002-20180110ARTFIG00357-denis-duverne-assure-chez-axa-et-a-la-fondation-recherche-medicale.php |work=Le Figaro |date=2018-01-10 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="idf-chair">{{cite news |title=IDF appoints AXA's Denis Duverne as Chair of Steering Committee |url=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/idf-appoints-axas-denis-duverne-as-chair-of-steering-committee/ |work=Reinsurance News |date=2018-09-12 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His tenure at AXA was marked by the company's transition to a governance structure separating the roles of chairman and chief executive officer, a period during which the group pursued a significant digital transformation strategy.<ref name="lesechos-numerique">{{cite news |title=Le nouveau plan d'AXA sera davantage marqué par le numérique |url=https://investir.lesechos.fr/actionnaires/interview/le-nouveau-plan-d-axa-sera-davantage-marque-par-le-numerique-1547802.php |work=Les Echos Investir |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==


Denis Duverne was born on 31 October 1953 in [[Lyon]], France.<ref name="axa-profile">{{cite web |title=Denis Duverne – Profile |url=https://www.axa.com/en/about-us/profile/denis-duverne |publisher=AXA |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Lyon, France's third-largest city and an important centre of commerce and industry, provided the backdrop for his early years. Details of Duverne's family background and childhood have not been extensively documented in public sources. He went on to pursue higher education at elite French institutions, a path that would shape his subsequent career in public administration and the private sector.
Denis Duverne was born on 31 October 1953 in Lyon, France.<ref name="axa-profile">{{cite web |title=Denis Duverne – Profile |url=https://www.axa.com/en/about-us/profile/denis-duverne |publisher=AXA |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Lyon, the capital of the [[Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes]] region, is France's third-largest city and has historically been a centre of commerce and industry. Details regarding Duverne's family background and upbringing have not been extensively documented in publicly available sources. What is known is that he pursued a rigorous academic path through France's elite educational institutions, a trajectory common among leaders of major French corporations and senior civil servants.
 
Growing up in France during the post-war economic expansion known as the ''[[Trente Glorieuses]]'', Duverne belonged to a generation that witnessed rapid modernization of the French economy and the development of its financial services sector. His subsequent career choices — first in public administration and then in the private sector — reflected the typical pathway of graduates from France's ''[[grandes écoles]]'' system, which trains many of the country's business and government leaders.


== Education ==
== Education ==


Duverne attended [[HEC Paris]] (École des Hautes Études Commerciales), one of France's leading business schools, where he completed his studies in business and management.<ref name="leaders-interview">{{cite news |title=An Interview with Denis Duverne, Chairman, AXA, and Chairman, Insurance Development Forum |url=https://www.leadersmag.com/issues/2020.4_Oct/Resilience/LEADERS-Denis-Duverne-AXA-Insurance-Development-Forum.html |work=LEADERS Magazine |date=2022-02-16 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He subsequently entered the [[École nationale d'administration]] (ENA), the postgraduate institution that has historically trained many of France's senior civil servants, politicians, and business leaders.<ref name="leaders-interview" /> Graduation from ENA typically placed graduates into high-ranking positions within the French civil service, and Duverne's career trajectory followed this established pattern, with his initial professional roles situated within the French government before he transitioned to the private sector.
Duverne received his higher education at two of France's most prestigious institutions. He first attended [[HEC Paris]] (École des Hautes Études Commerciales), one of Europe's leading business schools, where he received a degree in business and management.<ref name="leaders-interview">{{cite news |title=An Interview with Denis Duverne, Chairman, AXA, and Chairman, Insurance Development Forum |url=https://www.leadersmag.com/issues/2020.4_Oct/Resilience/LEADERS-Denis-Duverne-AXA-Insurance-Development-Forum.html |work=LEADERS Magazine |date=2022-02-16 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He subsequently attended the [[École nationale d'administration]] (ENA), the elite postgraduate institution that has trained a significant proportion of France's senior government officials, diplomats, and business executives.<ref name="leaders-interview" /> Graduation from ENA typically opens the door to positions in the highest echelons of the French civil service, and Duverne followed this path before transitioning to the private sector. The combination of an HEC business degree and an ENA qualification placed Duverne among France's most comprehensively trained executives, equipped with both commercial acumen and an understanding of public policy and governance.


== Career ==
== Career ==


=== Early Career in Public Service ===
=== Early Career in Public Administration ===
 
Following his graduation from the École nationale d'administration, Duverne began his professional career in the French civil service.<ref name="leaders-interview" /> Like many ENA graduates, he entered one of the ''grands corps de l'État'' — the senior branches of the French government administration. This period provided him with experience in public finance, regulation, and governmental affairs, skills that would prove valuable in his later corporate career in the financial services industry.
 
His time in public administration gave Duverne a deep understanding of the regulatory environment governing French businesses, particularly in the financial and insurance sectors. The transition from public service to the private sector, a phenomenon sometimes referred to in France as ''pantouflage'', was a well-established career pattern among graduates of the ENA and other grandes écoles during this era.


Following his graduation from the École nationale d'administration, Duverne began his professional career in the French civil service. As was customary for ENA graduates, he entered government service where he gained experience in public administration and finance.<ref name="leaders-interview" /> The specifics of his early government roles are not fully detailed in available sources, though the period provided him with foundational expertise in financial regulation and public policy that would prove relevant to his later work in the insurance industry.
=== AXA Group ===


=== AXA: Senior Executive Roles ===
==== Rise Through the Executive Ranks ====


Duverne joined AXA, where he would spend the most prominent phase of his career. Over the years, he assumed a series of increasingly senior positions within the group, becoming one of the most important figures in AXA's executive leadership. He held significant responsibilities in the areas of finance, strategy, and operations.<ref name="axa-profile" />
Duverne joined AXA, one of the world's largest insurance groups, and progressively assumed positions of increasing responsibility within the organization. Over the course of several decades, he occupied a range of senior executive roles that gave him extensive experience across the company's operations.<ref name="axa-profile" /> His career at AXA coincided with the company's transformation from a primarily French insurer into a global financial services conglomerate under the leadership of [[Claude Bébéar]] and subsequently [[Henri de Castries]].


In March 2007, Duverne was noted for taking on the presidency of the CFO Forum, an industry body bringing together the chief financial officers of major European insurance companies.<ref>{{cite news |title=Denis Duverne prend la présidence du CFO Forum |url=https://www.lesechos.fr/2007/03/denis-duverne-prend-la-presidence-du-cfo-forum-524316 |work=Les Echos |date=2007-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> This role underscored his standing as a leading financial executive within the European insurance sector and reflected his deep expertise in insurance accounting, risk management, and regulatory affairs.
Duverne served in various capacities at the group level, including roles focused on finance, strategy, and operations. His expertise in financial management was recognized when, in 2007, he was appointed president of the CFO Forum, an organization bringing together the chief financial officers of major European insurance companies.<ref name="lesechos-cfo">{{cite news |title=Denis Duverne prend la présidence du CFO Forum |url=https://www.lesechos.fr/2007/03/denis-duverne-prend-la-presidence-du-cfo-forum-524316 |work=Les Echos |date=2007-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> This appointment reflected his standing among peers in the European insurance industry and his recognized competence in financial reporting and regulatory matters.


Within AXA, Duverne served as Deputy Chief Executive Officer, working closely with Chairman and CEO Henri de Castries. In this capacity, he was instrumental in overseeing AXA's financial strategy and played a central role in the group's international operations and organizational development.<ref name="lesechos-securite">{{cite news |title=Gage de sécurité, Denis Duverne reste à bord |url=https://www.lesechos.fr/2016/03/gage-de-securite-denis-duverne-reste-a-bord-1110612 |work=Les Echos |date=2016-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His continued presence in the leadership structure was viewed as providing continuity and stability for the organization, particularly during periods of strategic transition.
Within AXA, Duverne was considered a key figure in the company's management team and was described in the French business press as a ''gage de sécurité'' (a guarantee of stability) within the organization.<ref name="lesechos-securite">{{cite news |title=Gage de sécurité, Denis Duverne reste à bord |url=https://www.lesechos.fr/2016/03/gage-de-securite-denis-duverne-reste-a-bord-1110612 |work=Les Echos |date=2016-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His deep institutional knowledge and long tenure at AXA made him a natural choice for a leadership role during the governance transition of 2016.


When AXA outlined its forward-looking strategic plans, Duverne was a key voice in articulating the group's vision. In interviews, he discussed plans that would be increasingly shaped by digitalization and technological innovation, signalling AXA's intention to modernize its operations and customer-facing services.<ref>{{cite news |title=Le nouveau plan d'AXA sera davantage marqué par le numérique |url=https://investir.lesechos.fr/actionnaires/interview/le-nouveau-plan-d-axa-sera-davantage-marque-par-le-numerique-1547802.php |work=Investir – Les Echos |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
==== Appointment as Chairman of AXA (2016) ====


=== Appointment as Chairman of AXA (2016) ===
On 20 March 2016, AXA announced that Henri de Castries, who had served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the group, had decided to retire from his position effective 1 September 2016.<ref name="axa-decastries">{{cite web |title=Henri de Castries, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AXA, has decided to retire on September 1st, 2016 |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/henri-de-castries-retire-on-september-2016 |publisher=AXA |date=2016-03-20 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The announcement marked a significant governance change for one of Europe's largest insurance companies. As part of the succession plan, AXA moved from a combined chairman-CEO structure to a model that separated the two roles. Denis Duverne was designated to become Chairman of the Board of Directors, while [[Thomas Buberl]], who had been serving as Deputy CEO, was to be appointed Chief Executive Officer.<ref name="axa-decastries" />


On 20 March 2016, AXA announced that Henri de Castries, who had served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, had decided to retire effective 1 September 2016. As part of a planned leadership transition, the board announced that Thomas Buberl would be appointed Chief Executive Officer and Denis Duverne would be appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors.<ref name="axa-retire">{{cite web |title=Henri de Castries, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AXA, has decided to retire on September 1st, 2016 |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/henri-de-castries-retire-on-september-2016 |publisher=AXA |date=2016-03-20 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> This transition marked a significant moment for AXA, as it separated the roles of chairman and CEO — a corporate governance structure that had been increasingly advocated by institutional investors and governance experts.
The transition took effect on 1 September 2016, when Duverne formally assumed the chairmanship and Buberl became CEO.<ref name="axa-appointment" /> The separation of roles was a governance reform that aligned AXA with corporate governance practices increasingly favoured in European boardrooms, where the independence of the board from day-to-day management is considered an important element of accountability and oversight. The French business press noted that Duverne's continued presence in a senior leadership role provided continuity and reassurance to investors during the leadership transition.<ref name="lesechos-securite" /><ref name="lesechos-decastries">{{cite news |title=Henri de Castries va quitter AXA |url=https://www.lesechos.fr/2016/03/henri-de-castries-va-quitter-axa-204308 |work=Les Echos |date=2016-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


On 1 September 2016, Duverne formally assumed the role of Chairman of AXA's Board of Directors, and Thomas Buberl simultaneously took office as CEO.<ref name="axa-appointment" /> The appointment of Duverne as chairman was seen as providing a measure of continuity and institutional knowledge at the top of the organization during a period of leadership change. The French financial press described Duverne's continued presence in AXA's leadership as a "guarantee of security" for the group, reflecting confidence in his deep understanding of AXA's business and the broader insurance industry.<ref name="lesechos-securite" />
==== Tenure as Chairman (2016–2022) ====


As chairman, Duverne was responsible for leading the board of directors, overseeing corporate governance, and ensuring the effective functioning of AXA's governing bodies. He worked alongside Buberl as the company pursued a strategic agenda that included geographic rebalancing of the group's portfolio, increased investment in technology and data analytics, and a heightened focus on health and protection businesses. The period also saw AXA navigate significant industry developments, including evolving regulatory frameworks under [[Solvency II]] and the growing importance of climate-related risk management in the insurance sector.
During his tenure as Chairman, Duverne oversaw the governance of AXA during a period of strategic transformation. Under the leadership of CEO Thomas Buberl, with Duverne chairing the board, AXA pursued a strategy that placed greater emphasis on digital technology and innovation. The company's strategic plans during this period were described as being significantly shaped by digital transformation priorities.<ref name="lesechos-numerique" />


=== Succession and Departure (2022) ===
Duverne's role as non-executive chairman involved presiding over board meetings, ensuring effective corporate governance, and representing the company in various external capacities. The period of his chairmanship included significant events for the global insurance industry, including the challenges posed by the [[COVID-19 pandemic]] beginning in 2020, which had substantial implications for insurers worldwide.


On 11 March 2021, AXA announced that Denis Duverne would retire at the end of his current mandate in April 2022, as planned. The board announced that [[Antoine Gosset-Grainville]] would succeed him as Chairman of the Board of Directors.<ref name="axa-succession">{{cite web |title=Denis Duverne to be succeeded by Antoine Gosset-Grainville as Chairman of AXA in April 2022 |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/denis-duverne-to-be-succeeded-by-antoine-gosset-grainville-as-chairman-of-axa-in-april-2022 |publisher=AXA |date=2021-03-11 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The early announcement of the succession plan — more than a year in advance of the actual transition — was intended to ensure an orderly handover and to give markets and stakeholders ample notice.
In March 2021, AXA announced that Duverne would step down as chairman at the end of his mandate in April 2022, as had been planned.<ref name="axa-succession">{{cite web |title=Denis Duverne to be succeeded by Antoine Gosset-Grainville as Chairman of AXA in April 2022 |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/denis-duverne-to-be-succeeded-by-antoine-gosset-grainville-as-chairman-of-axa-in-april-2022 |publisher=AXA |date=2021-03-11 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The board announced that [[Antoine Gosset-Grainville]] would succeed him as chairman. The succession was described as orderly and planned well in advance, reflecting a deliberate approach to governance continuity.<ref name="axa-succession" />


On 28 April 2022, at AXA's Annual Shareholders' Meeting, Antoine Gosset-Grainville was formally appointed as Chairman of AXA, and Thomas Buberl was renewed as CEO.<ref name="axa-gosset">{{cite web |title=Antoine Gosset-Grainville is appointed Chairman of AXA and Thomas Buberl is renewed as CEO |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/antoine-gosset-grainville-is-appointed-chairman-of-axa-and-thomas-buberl-is-renewed-as-ceo |publisher=AXA |date=2022-04-28 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Duverne thus stepped down after approximately six years as chairman, concluding a career at AXA that had spanned multiple decades and several leadership transitions.<ref>{{cite news |title=Antoine Gosset-Grainville succeeds Duverne as AXA chair |url=https://www.globalreinsurance.com/home/antoine-gosset-grainville-succeeds-duverne-as-axa-chair/1441026.article |work=Global Reinsurance |date=2022-04-29 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
On 28 April 2022, at AXA's Annual Shareholders' Meeting, the transition was formally completed. Shareholders approved the appointment of Antoine Gosset-Grainville as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors, while Thomas Buberl was renewed as CEO.<ref name="axa-gosset">{{cite web |title=Antoine Gosset-Grainville is appointed Chairman of AXA and Thomas Buberl is renewed as CEO |url=https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/antoine-gosset-grainville-is-appointed-chairman-of-axa-and-thomas-buberl-is-renewed-as-ceo |publisher=AXA |date=2022-04-28 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Duverne's departure after approximately seven years as chairman was noted by industry publications.<ref name="globalre-successor">{{cite news |title=Antoine Gosset-Grainville succeeds Duverne as AXA chair |url=https://www.globalreinsurance.com/home/antoine-gosset-grainville-succeeds-duverne-as-axa-chair/1441026.article |work=Global Reinsurance |date=2022-04-29 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Insurance Development Forum ===
=== Insurance Development Forum ===


Beyond his role at AXA, Duverne took on a significant international leadership position as Chair of the Steering Committee of the [[Insurance Development Forum]] (IDF). The IDF is a public-private partnership led by the insurance industry, working with international organizations, governments, and other stakeholders to optimize the use of insurance and its risk management capabilities to build greater resilience and protection for people, communities, businesses, and public institutions vulnerable to disasters and their associated economic shocks.<ref name="idf-about">{{cite web |title=About – Insurance Development Forum |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200906105715/https://www.insdevforum.org/about |publisher=Insurance Development Forum |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In September 2018, the [[Insurance Development Forum]] (IDF) announced the appointment of Duverne as Chair of its Steering Committee, effective 11 September 2018.<ref name="idf-chair" /> The IDF is a public-private partnership led by the insurance industry, working with international organizations including the [[United Nations]] and the [[World Bank]], to optimize the use of insurance and its risk management capabilities to build resilience and protect people, communities, businesses, and public institutions against disasters and their associated economic shocks.<ref name="idf-about">{{cite web |title=About – Insurance Development Forum |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200906105715/https://www.insdevforum.org/about |publisher=Insurance Development Forum |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
 
As Chair of the IDF Steering Committee, Duverne played a role in promoting the insurance industry's engagement with global development and climate resilience issues. In an interview with ''LEADERS Magazine'', Duverne discussed the role of the IDF and the broader insurance industry in addressing global challenges, including climate change and disaster risk reduction.<ref name="leaders-interview" /> His leadership of the IDF reflected the intersection of his insurance industry expertise and his interest in applying private-sector capabilities to public policy challenges.
 
=== Philanthropic Activities ===
 
==== Fondation pour la recherche médicale ====
 
In 2017, Duverne became Chairman of the supervisory board of the [[Fondation pour la recherche médicale]] (FRM), the French Foundation for Medical Research.<ref name="lefigaro-frm" /> The FRM is one of France's principal organizations funding biomedical research. In this role, Duverne brought his governance experience from the corporate sector to the leadership of a major nonprofit institution.
 
His appointment to the FRM chairmanship was reported in the French press alongside his continuing role at AXA, highlighting his dual engagement in the corporate and philanthropic spheres.<ref name="lefigaro-frm" />
 
==== Advocacy for Philanthropy in France ====
 
Duverne has been noted for his advocacy of philanthropic giving in France. In December 2018, he was among business leaders who issued a public call to develop and strengthen the tradition of philanthropy in France.<ref name="lefigaro-philanthropy">{{cite news |title=Deux patrons lancent un appel pour développer la philanthropie à la française |url=https://www.lefigaro.fr/societes/2018/12/03/20005-20181203ARTFIG00282-deux-patrons-lancent-un-appel-pour-developper-la-philanthropie-a-la-francaise.php |work=Le Figaro |date=2018-12-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> This initiative sought to encourage greater engagement in charitable giving among France's business community and wealthy individuals, drawing attention to the potential of private philanthropy to complement public investment in areas such as medical research, education, and social welfare.


Duverne was appointed Chair of the IDF's Steering Committee effective 11 September 2018.<ref name="idf-appointment">{{cite news |title=IDF appoints AXA's Denis Duverne as Chair of Steering Committee |url=https://www.reinsurancene.ws/idf-appoints-axas-denis-duverne-as-chair-of-steering-committee/ |work=Reinsurance News |date=2018-09-12 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In this capacity, he led efforts to expand insurance coverage in developing countries and to close the protection gap — the difference between insured and uninsured losses from catastrophic events. The role placed Duverne at the intersection of insurance, development policy, and climate adaptation, themes that had become increasingly prominent in global financial discussions.
In April 2019, Duverne spoke publicly on the theme of philanthropy, articulating the view that those who have received much have the capacity to give back significantly.<ref name="lacroix-philanthropy">{{cite news |title=Philanthropie : Ceux qui ont beaucoup reçu peuvent beaucoup donner |url=https://www.la-croix.com/Economie/Economie-et-entreprises/Philanthropie-Ceux-beaucoup-recu-peuvent-beaucoup-donner-2019-04-29-1201018538 |work=La Croix |date=2019-04-29 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His public statements on philanthropy represented a broader trend among French business leaders toward more visible and structured charitable engagement, a domain where France has historically differed from Anglo-Saxon traditions of corporate and individual giving.


In interviews during his tenure as IDF chair, Duverne discussed the forum's mission and the broader challenge of leveraging insurance mechanisms to support sustainable development and climate resilience.<ref name="leaders-interview" /> His leadership of the IDF reflected AXA's broader institutional commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices during this period.
Duverne has also been involved with [[La Chaîne de l'Espoir]] (Chain of Hope), a humanitarian organization, serving in its governance structure.<ref name="chainedelespoir">{{cite web |title=Notre organisation – La Chaîne de l'Espoir |url=https://www.chainedelespoir.org/fr/lassociation/notre-organisation/notre-bureau |publisher=La Chaîne de l'Espoir |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Personal Life ==
== Personal Life ==


Denis Duverne has been noted for his engagement in philanthropic activities. In 2017, he became chairman of the supervisory board of the [[Fondation pour la Recherche Médicale]] (French Foundation for Medical Research), one of France's principal organizations dedicated to funding biomedical research.<ref name="lefigaro-frm" /> His involvement with the foundation reflected a personal commitment to supporting scientific research and public health initiatives.
Denis Duverne has maintained a relatively private personal life, consistent with the norms of French corporate culture regarding the separation of professional and private matters. He is known primarily through his professional activities and philanthropic engagements. His public appearances and interviews have focused almost exclusively on business strategy, corporate governance, insurance industry issues, and charitable causes rather than personal matters.<ref name="leaders-interview" />
 
In December 2018, Duverne was among business leaders who publicly called for the development of philanthropy in France. He co-authored an appeal advocating for greater philanthropic engagement among French business leaders and wealthy individuals, arguing that those who have received much can give much in return.<ref>{{cite news |title=Deux patrons lancent un appel pour développer la philanthropie à la française |url=https://www.lefigaro.fr/societes/2018/12/03/20005-20181203ARTFIG00282-deux-patrons-lancent-un-appel-pour-developper-la-philanthropie-a-la-francaise.php |work=Le Figaro |date=2018-12-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> This theme was further elaborated in subsequent press coverage, in which Duverne expressed his views on the social responsibilities of business leaders and the potential for philanthropic giving to address major societal challenges.<ref>{{cite news |title=Philanthropie : « Ceux qui ont beaucoup reçu peuvent beaucoup donner » |url=https://www.la-croix.com/Economie/Economie-et-entreprises/Philanthropie-Ceux-beaucoup-recu-peuvent-beaucoup-donner-2019-04-29-1201018538 |work=La Croix |date=2019-04-29 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Duverne has also been associated with La Chaîne de l'Espoir (Chain of Hope), a French humanitarian organization that provides medical care to children in developing countries, serving within its organizational structure.<ref>{{cite web |title=Notre organisation – La Chaîne de l'Espoir |url=https://www.chainedelespoir.org/fr/lassociation/notre-organisation/notre-bureau |publisher=La Chaîne de l'Espoir |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Duverne has been associated with the school community of [[Saint-Jean de Passy]], a private Catholic educational institution in Paris, suggesting personal ties to the Parisian educational establishment.<ref name="sjp">{{cite web |title=Saint-Jean de Passy newsletter |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210121223249/http://eye.newsletter.saintjeandepassy.fr/m2?r=wAPNAbW4NWVjZTEwZDliOTVjZWUwYTc3ZjBjOTgyxBAD0JQnSFTQhEbQ0dCn0MnQxdC80NTQlhNExBAA0JDQoDjv8koF0IYSb-dVTmPQ1b9rLmRlbGFtYWlyZUBzYWludGplYW5kZXBhc3N5LmZyoJm2QlhRN2I2SVNUODZLamw3YURoMEYtZ6lERUxBTUFJUkW2QmtXUEYyMkVRZHFuQXFuUFBWcGVWQadLYXJpbmUgqkNPTlRBQ1RfSUS2QUpDZ09PX3lTZ1dHRW1fblZVNWoxUbNFTUFJTF9DT1JSRUNUSU9OX0lEoLFPUklHSU5fQ0FQVElPTl9JRNkkRkFNSUxMRVMgMjAyMC0yMDIxIChtYWogbGUgMTEvMTIvMjAprk9SSUdJTl9LSU5EX0lEpExJU1SzUEhPTkVfQ09SUkVDVElPTl9JRKCoU1RBVEVfSUSmTk9STUFMtmtPd2dqM1VWU3JTb040clJiZUl1d2eg |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Recognition ==
== Recognition ==


Duverne's career at the apex of the European insurance industry brought him recognition within the French and international business communities. His appointment as Chairman of AXA's Board of Directors in 2016 was itself a reflection of the esteem in which he was held within the organization and among AXA's shareholders and stakeholders.<ref name="axa-appointment" /> The French financial press frequently highlighted his role as a stabilizing figure in AXA's leadership, particularly during the 2016 transition from Henri de Castries to the new leadership structure.<ref name="lesechos-securite" />
Duverne's career has been recognized through several significant appointments and roles beyond his primary position at AXA. His election as president of the CFO Forum in 2007 reflected recognition by his peers among European insurance industry chief financial officers.<ref name="lesechos-cfo" /> His appointment as Chair of the Insurance Development Forum's Steering Committee in 2018 represented a further mark of his standing in the international insurance industry and his credibility in the sphere of public-private partnerships for development.<ref name="idf-chair" />


His selection as Chair of the Insurance Development Forum's Steering Committee in 2018 represented international recognition of his expertise in insurance and risk management, as well as his capacity to lead multi-stakeholder initiatives at the global level.<ref name="idf-appointment" /> The IDF chairmanship placed him in regular dialogue with leaders of major international organizations, governments, and other insurance industry figures on matters of disaster resilience and sustainable development.
Within France, his chairmanship of the Fondation pour la recherche médicale positioned him as a leader in the nonprofit sector, and his public advocacy for philanthropy garnered coverage in major French newspapers including ''[[Le Figaro]]'' and ''[[La Croix]]''.<ref name="lefigaro-philanthropy" /><ref name="lacroix-philanthropy" /> His interview with ''LEADERS Magazine'' in a special issue on resilience further underscored his profile as a figure at the intersection of corporate leadership and broader societal engagement.<ref name="leaders-interview" />


Duverne's philanthropic work, particularly his leadership of the Fondation pour la Recherche Médicale and his public advocacy for French philanthropy, further enhanced his profile beyond the corporate sector.<ref name="lefigaro-frm" />
The French business press consistently characterized Duverne as a stabilizing and experienced presence within AXA's leadership structure, particularly during the governance transition of 2016.<ref name="lesechos-securite" />


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==


Denis Duverne's career is notable for the breadth of his contributions to the French and global insurance industry. Over the course of several decades at AXA, he progressed from senior financial roles to the chairmanship of one of the world's largest insurance groups. His tenure as chairman from 2016 to 2022 encompassed a period of significant strategic evolution for AXA, including the separation of the chairman and CEO roles, increased emphasis on digital transformation, and a growing corporate focus on climate risk and sustainability.<ref name="axa-appointment" /><ref name="axa-succession" />
Denis Duverne's career at AXA spanned a formative period in the company's development as a global insurance group. His role in the 2016 governance transition — from a combined chairman-CEO model to a separated structure — represented a significant moment in AXA's corporate governance evolution. The smooth transition from Henri de Castries to the Duverne-Buberl leadership tandem, and subsequently to Antoine Gosset-Grainville, was planned and executed over a multi-year period, reflecting a deliberate approach to succession planning that has been noted in corporate governance discussions.<ref name="axa-succession" /><ref name="axa-gosset" />
 
The leadership transition that Duverne oversaw — first his own appointment following Henri de Castries' retirement, and subsequently the planned handover to Antoine Gosset-Grainville — demonstrated an approach to corporate governance that prioritized orderly succession and long-term institutional stability.<ref name="axa-retire" /><ref name="axa-gosset" /> The advance announcement of his own departure, more than a year before it took effect, was consistent with this governance philosophy.


Through his role at the Insurance Development Forum, Duverne contributed to efforts to expand the use of insurance as a tool for economic development and disaster resilience in vulnerable communities around the world.<ref name="idf-about" /> His advocacy for philanthropy in France, including his public appeals alongside other business leaders, contributed to a broader conversation about the social responsibilities of wealth in French society.<ref>{{cite web |title=La grande philanthropie au temps des comités de soutien |url=https://www.ladn.eu/adn-business/experts-metiers/communication/evenementiel/collecte-de-dons-crowdfunding/grande-philanthropie-temps-comites-soutien/ |publisher=L'ADN |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
His work with the Insurance Development Forum contributed to efforts to harness the insurance industry's expertise and resources for global development goals, particularly in the areas of disaster resilience and climate adaptation.<ref name="idf-about" /> This work positioned the insurance industry as a partner to international organizations in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing developing nations.


As a product of France's ''grandes écoles'' system — both HEC Paris and the École nationale d'administration — Duverne's career also exemplifies the trajectory of French elites who move from public service into the upper echelons of the private sector, a career path that has characterized many leaders of major French corporations.<ref name="leaders-interview" />
Duverne's philanthropic engagement, particularly his leadership of the Fondation pour la recherche médicale and his advocacy for the development of philanthropic culture in France, represented a contribution to broader conversations about the social responsibilities of business leaders and the role of private giving in complementing public investment.<ref name="lefigaro-philanthropy" /><ref name="lacroix-philanthropy" /> His public statements on philanthropy, including the principle that those who have benefited significantly from society have an obligation to contribute to it, articulated a perspective that resonated within French debates about wealth, inequality, and social solidarity.


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Denis Duverne
Denis Duverne in 2019
Denis Duverne
Born31 10, 1953
BirthplaceLyon, France
NationalityFrench
OccupationBusiness executive, corporate chairman
Known forChairman of AXA (2016–2022), Chairman of the Insurance Development Forum

Denis Duverne (born 31 October 1953) is a French business executive who served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of AXA, one of the world's largest insurance and asset management groups, from September 2016 to April 2022. Born in Lyon, he built a career spanning several decades in French public administration and the global insurance industry, rising through the ranks at AXA to become one of its most influential leaders. A graduate of HEC Paris and the École nationale d'administration (ENA), Duverne held a series of senior executive roles at AXA before assuming the chairmanship upon the retirement of Henri de Castries.[1] Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Duverne has been active in philanthropy and international policy, serving as Chairman of the Fondation pour la recherche médicale (French Foundation for Medical Research) since 2017 and as Chair of the Steering Committee of the Insurance Development Forum (IDF) from 2018.[2][3] His tenure at AXA was marked by the company's transition to a governance structure separating the roles of chairman and chief executive officer, a period during which the group pursued a significant digital transformation strategy.[4]

Early Life

Denis Duverne was born on 31 October 1953 in Lyon, France.[5] Lyon, the capital of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, is France's third-largest city and has historically been a centre of commerce and industry. Details regarding Duverne's family background and upbringing have not been extensively documented in publicly available sources. What is known is that he pursued a rigorous academic path through France's elite educational institutions, a trajectory common among leaders of major French corporations and senior civil servants.

Growing up in France during the post-war economic expansion known as the Trente Glorieuses, Duverne belonged to a generation that witnessed rapid modernization of the French economy and the development of its financial services sector. His subsequent career choices — first in public administration and then in the private sector — reflected the typical pathway of graduates from France's grandes écoles system, which trains many of the country's business and government leaders.

Education

Duverne received his higher education at two of France's most prestigious institutions. He first attended HEC Paris (École des Hautes Études Commerciales), one of Europe's leading business schools, where he received a degree in business and management.[6] He subsequently attended the École nationale d'administration (ENA), the elite postgraduate institution that has trained a significant proportion of France's senior government officials, diplomats, and business executives.[6] Graduation from ENA typically opens the door to positions in the highest echelons of the French civil service, and Duverne followed this path before transitioning to the private sector. The combination of an HEC business degree and an ENA qualification placed Duverne among France's most comprehensively trained executives, equipped with both commercial acumen and an understanding of public policy and governance.

Career

Early Career in Public Administration

Following his graduation from the École nationale d'administration, Duverne began his professional career in the French civil service.[6] Like many ENA graduates, he entered one of the grands corps de l'État — the senior branches of the French government administration. This period provided him with experience in public finance, regulation, and governmental affairs, skills that would prove valuable in his later corporate career in the financial services industry.

His time in public administration gave Duverne a deep understanding of the regulatory environment governing French businesses, particularly in the financial and insurance sectors. The transition from public service to the private sector, a phenomenon sometimes referred to in France as pantouflage, was a well-established career pattern among graduates of the ENA and other grandes écoles during this era.

AXA Group

Rise Through the Executive Ranks

Duverne joined AXA, one of the world's largest insurance groups, and progressively assumed positions of increasing responsibility within the organization. Over the course of several decades, he occupied a range of senior executive roles that gave him extensive experience across the company's operations.[5] His career at AXA coincided with the company's transformation from a primarily French insurer into a global financial services conglomerate under the leadership of Claude Bébéar and subsequently Henri de Castries.

Duverne served in various capacities at the group level, including roles focused on finance, strategy, and operations. His expertise in financial management was recognized when, in 2007, he was appointed president of the CFO Forum, an organization bringing together the chief financial officers of major European insurance companies.[7] This appointment reflected his standing among peers in the European insurance industry and his recognized competence in financial reporting and regulatory matters.

Within AXA, Duverne was considered a key figure in the company's management team and was described in the French business press as a gage de sécurité (a guarantee of stability) within the organization.[8] His deep institutional knowledge and long tenure at AXA made him a natural choice for a leadership role during the governance transition of 2016.

Appointment as Chairman of AXA (2016)

On 20 March 2016, AXA announced that Henri de Castries, who had served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the group, had decided to retire from his position effective 1 September 2016.[9] The announcement marked a significant governance change for one of Europe's largest insurance companies. As part of the succession plan, AXA moved from a combined chairman-CEO structure to a model that separated the two roles. Denis Duverne was designated to become Chairman of the Board of Directors, while Thomas Buberl, who had been serving as Deputy CEO, was to be appointed Chief Executive Officer.[9]

The transition took effect on 1 September 2016, when Duverne formally assumed the chairmanship and Buberl became CEO.[1] The separation of roles was a governance reform that aligned AXA with corporate governance practices increasingly favoured in European boardrooms, where the independence of the board from day-to-day management is considered an important element of accountability and oversight. The French business press noted that Duverne's continued presence in a senior leadership role provided continuity and reassurance to investors during the leadership transition.[8][10]

Tenure as Chairman (2016–2022)

During his tenure as Chairman, Duverne oversaw the governance of AXA during a period of strategic transformation. Under the leadership of CEO Thomas Buberl, with Duverne chairing the board, AXA pursued a strategy that placed greater emphasis on digital technology and innovation. The company's strategic plans during this period were described as being significantly shaped by digital transformation priorities.[4]

Duverne's role as non-executive chairman involved presiding over board meetings, ensuring effective corporate governance, and representing the company in various external capacities. The period of his chairmanship included significant events for the global insurance industry, including the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic beginning in 2020, which had substantial implications for insurers worldwide.

In March 2021, AXA announced that Duverne would step down as chairman at the end of his mandate in April 2022, as had been planned.[11] The board announced that Antoine Gosset-Grainville would succeed him as chairman. The succession was described as orderly and planned well in advance, reflecting a deliberate approach to governance continuity.[11]

On 28 April 2022, at AXA's Annual Shareholders' Meeting, the transition was formally completed. Shareholders approved the appointment of Antoine Gosset-Grainville as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors, while Thomas Buberl was renewed as CEO.[12] Duverne's departure after approximately seven years as chairman was noted by industry publications.[13]

Insurance Development Forum

In September 2018, the Insurance Development Forum (IDF) announced the appointment of Duverne as Chair of its Steering Committee, effective 11 September 2018.[3] The IDF is a public-private partnership led by the insurance industry, working with international organizations including the United Nations and the World Bank, to optimize the use of insurance and its risk management capabilities to build resilience and protect people, communities, businesses, and public institutions against disasters and their associated economic shocks.[14]

As Chair of the IDF Steering Committee, Duverne played a role in promoting the insurance industry's engagement with global development and climate resilience issues. In an interview with LEADERS Magazine, Duverne discussed the role of the IDF and the broader insurance industry in addressing global challenges, including climate change and disaster risk reduction.[6] His leadership of the IDF reflected the intersection of his insurance industry expertise and his interest in applying private-sector capabilities to public policy challenges.

Philanthropic Activities

Fondation pour la recherche médicale

In 2017, Duverne became Chairman of the supervisory board of the Fondation pour la recherche médicale (FRM), the French Foundation for Medical Research.[2] The FRM is one of France's principal organizations funding biomedical research. In this role, Duverne brought his governance experience from the corporate sector to the leadership of a major nonprofit institution.

His appointment to the FRM chairmanship was reported in the French press alongside his continuing role at AXA, highlighting his dual engagement in the corporate and philanthropic spheres.[2]

Advocacy for Philanthropy in France

Duverne has been noted for his advocacy of philanthropic giving in France. In December 2018, he was among business leaders who issued a public call to develop and strengthen the tradition of philanthropy in France.[15] This initiative sought to encourage greater engagement in charitable giving among France's business community and wealthy individuals, drawing attention to the potential of private philanthropy to complement public investment in areas such as medical research, education, and social welfare.

In April 2019, Duverne spoke publicly on the theme of philanthropy, articulating the view that those who have received much have the capacity to give back significantly.[16] His public statements on philanthropy represented a broader trend among French business leaders toward more visible and structured charitable engagement, a domain where France has historically differed from Anglo-Saxon traditions of corporate and individual giving.

Duverne has also been involved with La Chaîne de l'Espoir (Chain of Hope), a humanitarian organization, serving in its governance structure.[17]

Personal Life

Denis Duverne has maintained a relatively private personal life, consistent with the norms of French corporate culture regarding the separation of professional and private matters. He is known primarily through his professional activities and philanthropic engagements. His public appearances and interviews have focused almost exclusively on business strategy, corporate governance, insurance industry issues, and charitable causes rather than personal matters.[6]

Duverne has been associated with the school community of Saint-Jean de Passy, a private Catholic educational institution in Paris, suggesting personal ties to the Parisian educational establishment.[18]

Recognition

Duverne's career has been recognized through several significant appointments and roles beyond his primary position at AXA. His election as president of the CFO Forum in 2007 reflected recognition by his peers among European insurance industry chief financial officers.[7] His appointment as Chair of the Insurance Development Forum's Steering Committee in 2018 represented a further mark of his standing in the international insurance industry and his credibility in the sphere of public-private partnerships for development.[3]

Within France, his chairmanship of the Fondation pour la recherche médicale positioned him as a leader in the nonprofit sector, and his public advocacy for philanthropy garnered coverage in major French newspapers including Le Figaro and La Croix.[15][16] His interview with LEADERS Magazine in a special issue on resilience further underscored his profile as a figure at the intersection of corporate leadership and broader societal engagement.[6]

The French business press consistently characterized Duverne as a stabilizing and experienced presence within AXA's leadership structure, particularly during the governance transition of 2016.[8]

Legacy

Denis Duverne's career at AXA spanned a formative period in the company's development as a global insurance group. His role in the 2016 governance transition — from a combined chairman-CEO model to a separated structure — represented a significant moment in AXA's corporate governance evolution. The smooth transition from Henri de Castries to the Duverne-Buberl leadership tandem, and subsequently to Antoine Gosset-Grainville, was planned and executed over a multi-year period, reflecting a deliberate approach to succession planning that has been noted in corporate governance discussions.[11][12]

His work with the Insurance Development Forum contributed to efforts to harness the insurance industry's expertise and resources for global development goals, particularly in the areas of disaster resilience and climate adaptation.[14] This work positioned the insurance industry as a partner to international organizations in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing developing nations.

Duverne's philanthropic engagement, particularly his leadership of the Fondation pour la recherche médicale and his advocacy for the development of philanthropic culture in France, represented a contribution to broader conversations about the social responsibilities of business leaders and the role of private giving in complementing public investment.[15][16] His public statements on philanthropy, including the principle that those who have benefited significantly from society have an obligation to contribute to it, articulated a perspective that resonated within French debates about wealth, inequality, and social solidarity.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Denis Duverne is appointed Chairman of AXA's Board of Directors and Thomas Buberl is appointed AXA's Chief Executive Officer".AXA.2016-09-01.https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/thomas-buberl-is-appointed-axa-ceo-september.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Denis Duverne assure chez AXA et à la Fondation recherche médicale".Le Figaro.2018-01-10.https://www.lefigaro.fr/decideurs/nomination/2018/01/10/33002-20180110ARTFIG00357-denis-duverne-assure-chez-axa-et-a-la-fondation-recherche-medicale.php.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "IDF appoints AXA's Denis Duverne as Chair of Steering Committee".Reinsurance News.2018-09-12.https://www.reinsurancene.ws/idf-appoints-axas-denis-duverne-as-chair-of-steering-committee/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Le nouveau plan d'AXA sera davantage marqué par le numérique".Les Echos Investir.https://investir.lesechos.fr/actionnaires/interview/le-nouveau-plan-d-axa-sera-davantage-marque-par-le-numerique-1547802.php.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Denis Duverne – Profile".AXA.https://www.axa.com/en/about-us/profile/denis-duverne.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 "An Interview with Denis Duverne, Chairman, AXA, and Chairman, Insurance Development Forum".LEADERS Magazine.2022-02-16.https://www.leadersmag.com/issues/2020.4_Oct/Resilience/LEADERS-Denis-Duverne-AXA-Insurance-Development-Forum.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 "Denis Duverne prend la présidence du CFO Forum".Les Echos.2007-03.https://www.lesechos.fr/2007/03/denis-duverne-prend-la-presidence-du-cfo-forum-524316.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "Gage de sécurité, Denis Duverne reste à bord".Les Echos.2016-03.https://www.lesechos.fr/2016/03/gage-de-securite-denis-duverne-reste-a-bord-1110612.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 "Henri de Castries, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AXA, has decided to retire on September 1st, 2016".AXA.2016-03-20.https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/henri-de-castries-retire-on-september-2016.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ "Henri de Castries va quitter AXA".Les Echos.2016-03.https://www.lesechos.fr/2016/03/henri-de-castries-va-quitter-axa-204308.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 "Denis Duverne to be succeeded by Antoine Gosset-Grainville as Chairman of AXA in April 2022".AXA.2021-03-11.https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/denis-duverne-to-be-succeeded-by-antoine-gosset-grainville-as-chairman-of-axa-in-april-2022.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 "Antoine Gosset-Grainville is appointed Chairman of AXA and Thomas Buberl is renewed as CEO".AXA.2022-04-28.https://www.axa.com/en/press/press-releases/antoine-gosset-grainville-is-appointed-chairman-of-axa-and-thomas-buberl-is-renewed-as-ceo.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ "Antoine Gosset-Grainville succeeds Duverne as AXA chair".Global Reinsurance.2022-04-29.https://www.globalreinsurance.com/home/antoine-gosset-grainville-succeeds-duverne-as-axa-chair/1441026.article.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 "About – Insurance Development Forum".Insurance Development Forum.https://web.archive.org/web/20200906105715/https://www.insdevforum.org/about.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 "Deux patrons lancent un appel pour développer la philanthropie à la française".Le Figaro.2018-12-03.https://www.lefigaro.fr/societes/2018/12/03/20005-20181203ARTFIG00282-deux-patrons-lancent-un-appel-pour-developper-la-philanthropie-a-la-francaise.php.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 16.2 "Philanthropie : Ceux qui ont beaucoup reçu peuvent beaucoup donner".La Croix.2019-04-29.https://www.la-croix.com/Economie/Economie-et-entreprises/Philanthropie-Ceux-beaucoup-recu-peuvent-beaucoup-donner-2019-04-29-1201018538.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ "Notre organisation – La Chaîne de l'Espoir".La Chaîne de l'Espoir.https://www.chainedelespoir.org/fr/lassociation/notre-organisation/notre-bureau.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  18. ↑ "Saint-Jean de Passy newsletter".https://web.archive.org/web/20210121223249/http://eye.newsletter.saintjeandepassy.fr/m2?r=wAPNAbW4NWVjZTEwZDliOTVjZWUwYTc3ZjBjOTgyxBAD0JQnSFTQhEbQ0dCn0MnQxdC80NTQlhNExBAA0JDQoDjv8koF0IYSb-dVTmPQ1b9rLmRlbGFtYWlyZUBzYWludGplYW5kZXBhc3N5LmZyoJm2QlhRN2I2SVNUODZLamw3YURoMEYtZ6lERUxBTUFJUkW2QmtXUEYyMkVRZHFuQXFuUFBWcGVWQadLYXJpbmUgqkNPTlRBQ1RfSUS2QUpDZ09PX3lTZ1dHRW1fblZVNWoxUbNFTUFJTF9DT1JSRUNUSU9OX0lEoLFPUklHSU5fQ0FQVElPTl9JRNkkRkFNSUxMRVMgMjAyMC0yMDIxIChtYWogbGUgMTEvMTIvMjAprk9SSUdJTl9LSU5EX0lEpExJU1SzUEhPTkVfQ09SUkVDVElPTl9JRKCoU1RBVEVfSUSmTk9STUFMtmtPd2dqM1VWU3JTb040clJiZUl1d2eg.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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