Patrick CHOEL

About Patrick CHOEL

Patrick Choël is a well-known French executive in the luxury fragrance and cosmetics sector, and a long-standing governance figure within the Interparfums ecosystem. A graduate of Sciences Po Paris, he built his career in high-end beauty and prestige brands, developing strong expertise in brand strategy, portfolio management, and the commercial dynamics of luxury partnerships. Interparfums’ governance documents state that he served as Chairman of LVMH’s Fragrance and Cosmetics division from 1995 to 2004, a period during which he worked at the intersection of brand equity, international expansion, and value creation in a highly competitive market. At Interparfums, Patrick Choël was first appointed as a director on December 1, 2004, and his mandate was renewed on April 27, 2018. The company’s annual reports also show that he served on the Audit Committee, indicating a role in overseeing financial discipline, internal controls, and governance standards. He has also held board positions at Interparfums Inc. in the United States and at Parfums Christian Dior, and previously served on the boards of Guerlain, Modelabs, SGD, and ILEOS. His background reflects a rare combination of operational know-how in premium beauty brands and board-level judgment suited to listed, international groups. In an industry where brand consistency, innovation, distribution, and profitability must remain tightly aligned, Patrick Choël stands out as an experienced leader capable of contributing to long-term strategic decisions. His tenure at LVMH, followed by his governance role at Interparfums, makes him a reference profile for understanding the French and international luxury fragrance business.