Benoit Duchene

Benoit Duchene is an experienced finance executive currently serving as Vice President of Finance at Ekkiden since September 2022, with a focus on business structuring and growth. Prior to this role, Benoit held significant positions at VISEO, where responsibilities included oversight of Legal, Finance, M&A, and corporate activities, managing a team of 50 experts and advising senior leadership on strategic adaptations. At Galderma, Benoit was instrumental in implementing business excellence, supervising purchasing activities, and defining tax strategies. Previous roles also include leading finance teams at Nestlé Skin Health, Hachette Filipacchi Media, SAINT GOBAIN, and Timberland, showcasing a strong background in corporate finance, consolidation, and reporting across various industries. Benoit holds an MBA in Corporate Finance from Audencia - Nantes Business School and a Master’s in Economics and Finance from the University of Nantes.