Christian Charnaux
About Christian Charnaux
Christian Charnaux is the Chief Growth Officer at Inspire Brands, a position he has held since 2018. He previously worked at Hilton Worldwide in various senior finance and strategy roles and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Christian Charnaux serves as the Chief Growth Officer at Inspire Brands, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for driving growth strategies and initiatives within the organization. His leadership contributes to the overall development and expansion of Inspire Brands, which operates several well-known restaurant chains.
Previous Experience at Hilton Worldwide
Prior to his role at Inspire Brands, Christian Charnaux worked at Hilton Worldwide for several years in various senior positions. He served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Finance from 2016 to 2018, and as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he held the position of Vice President of Global Brands Strategy for a year in 2012, and worked as Senior Director in Strategy and Business Development from 2009 to 2012.
Education and Academic Background
Christian Charnaux earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with Highest Distinction in History and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was a Morehead Scholar. His foundational education was completed at St. Mark's School of Texas, where he achieved his High School Diploma.
Board Memberships and Community Involvement
Christian Charnaux is actively involved in various boards and advisory roles. He serves on the boards of ARCOP, National DCP, and Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School. He is also the Vice Chair of the Advisory Board of Georgia’s Partnership for Inclusive Innovation and serves on the University of North Carolina Board of Visitors, contributing to educational and community initiatives.
Consulting Experience at The Boston Consulting Group
Before his tenure at Hilton Worldwide, Christian Charnaux worked at The Boston Consulting Group. He was a Consultant from 2006 to 2009 and also served as a Summer Consultant in 2005. His experience in consulting provided him with a strong foundation in strategic thinking and business development.