Jean Mouton

About Jean Mouton

Jean Mouton is a well-known French corporate governance figure and has served since 2019 as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Nexans, a listed industrial group and a major player in cables and electrification. His profile reflects that of a senior strategy and management adviser, recognized for helping complex organizations navigate strategic change, expansion through acquisitions, and value creation. Before joining Nexans, he was Senior Partner and Managing Director at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) until April 30, 2019, and then Senior Advisor until April 30, 2020. He joined BCG in 1982 and built a long career there, working mainly in France and Italy across a wide range of industrial sectors, including energy, industrial goods, and infrastructure. Over that period, he developed deep expertise in strategy, organizational transformation, and mergers and acquisitions. Prior to BCG, Jean Mouton worked for Vinci in the Middle East, which added international exposure and a strong understanding of infrastructure-driven environments. At Nexans, his role as board chairman places him at the center of the group’s strategic oversight during a period of renewed focus on electrification, industrial innovation, and disciplined value creation. He supports the executive management team in defining long-term priorities, monitoring performance, overseeing governance, and maintaining constructive dialogue with board members. His tenure is also associated with attention to sustainability, industrial competitiveness, and capital allocation. In addition to Nexans, Jean Mouton has held or continues to hold other governance mandates, including positions with Aéroports de la Côte d’Azur and Egis, as well as the chairmanship of Stelmax. Overall, his career illustrates an independent director profile combining strategic vision, international experience, and strong familiarity with the governance of listed companies and major industrial transformation projects.