BIC: Nikos Koumettis nominated for election to BIC's Board of Directors, and upcoming Non-Executive Chair of the Board
November 19 2021 - 2:00AM
BIC: Nikos Koumettis nominated for election to BIC's Board of
Directors, and upcoming Non-Executive Chair of the Board
Nikos Koumettis nominated for election to
BIC's Board of Directors,
and upcoming Non-Executive Chair of the
Board
Clichy, France, November
19th, 2021
- The Board of Directors of SOCIETE BIC is pleased
to announce that, upon the recommendation of the Nominations,
Governance, and CSR Committee, it will nominate
Nikos
Koumettis as an
Independent Director for election at the Company’s
upcoming 2022 Annual Shareholder Meeting on 18 May 2022. Subject to
the Shareholders’ approval, the Board intends to appoint Nikos as
Independent Non-Executive Chair, succeeding John Glen, BIC’s
current Non-Executive Interim Chair.
A Greek-Cypriot, Nikos Koumettis is President, Europe Operating
Unit at the Coca-Cola Company and a member of the company’s
Executive Leadership Team. He brings over 30 years of valuable
experience in the consumer goods industry and knowledge of
governance topics. He served as a Director of Canada Goose from
2011 to 2021, and he has been a member of the Canada Goose
International Advisory Board since 2016. Nikos joined the Coca-Cola
Company in 2001 and held several operating responsibilities in
Europe and the Middle East, and Africa until 2020, when he was
appointed in his current position. Prior to the Coca-Cola Company,
he served in various recognized international companies, including
Kraft Jacobs Suchard, Elgeka, and Philip Morris. He is a member of
the Board of Trustees of the American College of Greece.
“A seasoned, consumer-centric executive with considerable
experience as an Independent Director, Nikos will lead the Board as
we re-imagine how we delight the consumer, transform our
organization and execute on our Horizon strategy. I am pleased to
propose to our shareholders a candidate of Nikos’ caliber.” said
Elizabeth Bastoni, BIC’s Lead Independent Director and Chair of the
Nominations, Governance and CRS Committee.
“I am looking forward to working with Nikos. His expertise in
the Consumer Goods sector and experience in Governance, combined
with strong leadership, will be a real asset for our Group and our
Board. I am confident Nikos has the skills and the rigor needed to
guide BIC’s Board in support of our management team in the
transformation of our Company, in the interest of all our
stakeholders, and particularly our shareholders.” added Gonzalve
Bich, BIC’s Chief Executive Officer.
ABOUT BIC
A world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, BIC
brings simplicity and joy to everyday life. For more than 75 years,
the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality,
affordable, essential products to consumers everywhere. Through
this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most
recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today,
BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world
and feature iconic brands such as BIC Kids™, BIC FlexTM, BodyMark
by BICTM, Cello®, Djeep, Lucky Stationery, Rocketbook, Soleil®,
Tipp-Ex®, Us. TM, Wite-Out® and more. In 2020, BIC Net Sales were
1,627.9 million euros. The Company is listed on ""Euronext Paris","
is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for
its commitment to sustainable development and education. It
received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit
www.bic.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or
YouTube.
CONTACT
Sophie
Palliez-CapianVP, Corporate Stakeholder Engagement+33 1 45 19 55
28+ 33 87 89 3351Sophie.palliez@bicworld.com Michèle VenturaSenior
Manager, Investor Relations+ 33 1 45 19 52
98Michele.ventura@bicworld.com |
Albane de La Tour
d’Artaise Senior Manager, Institutional Press Relations+ 33 1 45 19
51 51+ 33 7 85 88 19 48Albane.DeLaTourDArtaise@bicworld.com
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2022 AGENDA
ALL DATES TO BE CONFIRMED
FY 2021 Results |
February 15, 2022 |
1st Quarter 2022 Results |
April 26, 2022 |
2022 Annual General Meeting |
18 May, 2022 |
1st Half
2022 Results |
August 2, 2022 |
3rd Quarter 2022
Results |
October 27, 2022 |
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