Vincent Ravat

About Vincent Ravat

Vincent Ravat is a key executive in Mercialys’ governance and currently serves as Chief Executive Officer. His career at the company reflects a steady progression built on strong expertise in retail, asset operations, and commercial real estate. He joined Mercialys in January 2014 as Deputy Chief Executive Officer, responsible for leasing, operations, and marketing & communications teams. In August 2016, he was promoted to Deputy Chief Executive Officer, and in February 2019 he became Chief Executive Officer. Since June 2022, he has also served as a member of the Board of Directors, strengthening his role in the company’s strategic direction and oversight. Before joining Mercialys, Vincent Ravat was Director of Operations France at Hammerson from 2011, a London-listed property investment, development and management group. In that role, he oversaw leasing, operations, and marketing across the French business, deepening his expertise in shopping-center management, tenant relationships, and value creation in retail property. From 2000 to 2010, he held a range of positions across Asia, Switzerland, Spain, and France within the Ludendo and Distritoys groups, where he was also a member of the Executive Committee. This international background gave him a broad operational perspective and a strong understanding of consumer-facing businesses in diverse markets. A graduate of ESC Rouen, now Neoma Business School, Vincent Ravat is also a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS). At Mercialys, he has played an important role in strengthening customer focus, supporting the transformation of the company’s retail assets, and advancing a governance model geared toward sustainable growth, operational excellence, and long-term performance.