Michel Durand
About Michel Durand
Michel Durand serves as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing Europe at Arc International, a position he has held since 2014. He has extensive experience in sales and marketing, having previously worked in various roles at BIC and Energizer over a span of nearly two decades.
Current Role at Arc International
Michel Durand serves as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing Europe at Arc International. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the company's strategic direction and growth in the European market. His role encompasses overseeing sales initiatives and marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with the company's objectives and market demands.
Previous Experience at BIC
Michel Durand has extensive experience at BIC, where he held several key positions. He served as General Manager France from 2000 to 2001 and later as General Manager Sales Europe & International Strategic Accounts from 2008 to 2014. Additionally, he was General Manager France, Benelux & Germany from 2001 to 2003 and General Manager Europe from 2003 to 2008. His tenure at BIC spanned over a decade, during which he played a significant role in managing sales and strategic accounts.
Experience at Energizer
Before joining Arc International, Michel Durand worked at Energizer, where he held the position of European Key Account Director from 1997 to 2000. He also served as General Manager France for a year in 1996. His experience at Energizer involved managing key accounts and driving sales strategies across Europe.
Education and Expertise
Michel Durand studied at Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, where he earned a Master's degree in Economics in 1982 and a Higher Diploma in Marketing & Distribution in 1983. He also completed a management program at INSEAD. His educational background provides a solid foundation in economics and marketing, contributing to his expertise in sales and strategic management.