Nicolas Savary

Nicolas Savary is an experienced business development leader with a strong background in the travel retail and luxury brand sectors. Currently serving as Advisor for Business Development at E23 Retail since April 2024, Nicolas focuses on geo-targeted media advertising for luxury brands. Previously, as Vice President of Operations at Lagardère Travel Retail from September 2020 to November 2023, Nicolas was instrumental in the company's expansion into the Japanese market. With extensive experience at DFS Group Limited from 2012 to 2020, Nicolas held multiple leadership roles, including Director of Business Development & Project Management and Managing Director for JAL-DFS at Narita and Haneda International Airports, overseeing a large workforce and a diverse brand portfolio. Earlier, Nicolas co-founded Mana Pearl KK and directed international pearl sales at Golay Buchel & Cie SA, gaining valuable expertise in business management and operations. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Management with a specialization in Marketing from HEC Lausanne and executive development coursework at IMD.