Baudouin Courau
About Baudouin Courau
Baudouin Courau serves as the Vice President of Insurance and Real Estate at Faurecia, where he has worked since 2009. He has extensive experience in finance and management, having previously held key positions at Alcatel and Alcatel-Lucent.
Work at Faurecia
Baudouin Courau has held the position of Vice President of Insurance & Real Estate at Faurecia since 2009. He operates from Nanterre, Île-de-France, France. In this role, he manages a team of 27 individuals, which includes 6 managers. His responsibilities encompass overseeing various aspects of insurance and real estate within the organization.
Previous Experience at Alcatel and Alcatel-Lucent
Before joining Faurecia, Baudouin Courau worked at Alcatel from 1995 to 1998 as Central Treasury Risk Controller. He then transitioned to Alcatel-Lucent, where he served as Group Treasurer from 1999 to 2009. During his tenure at Alcatel, he played a significant role in transforming a manufacturing-oriented subsidiary into a project-driven unit reporting to Alcatel Asia Pacific HQ in Shanghai.
Integration of Newbridge Networks
In 2000, Baudouin Courau oversaw the integration of the local subsidiary of Newbridge Networks following its acquisition. This involved managing multiple functions, including finance, information systems, and logistics, across two companies that employed 400 individuals and generated 100 million euros in sales.
Education and Expertise
Baudouin Courau studied at École des Ponts ParisTech, where he achieved the title of Ingénieur from 1980 to 1984. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in finance, risk management, and organizational transformation within large corporate structures.