Bulgari CEO Named Head Of LVMH‘s Watch Division

Jean-Christophe Babin has been made CEO of LVMH’s watch division, effective April 1, the conglomerate announced today.

Babin will remain in his current role as CEO of Bulgari. LVMH’s watch division consists of the TAG Heuer, Zenith, and Hublot brands.

He succeeds Frédéric Arnault, who has become CEO of cashmere brand Loro Piana. Babin will report to LVMH managing director Stéphane Bianchi and will also maintain his current responsibilities as CEO of Bulgari.

Babin joined LVMH in 2000 as CEO of TAG Heuer. He led the brand for 12 years, before moving over to Bulgari.

Credit: David Allen/photo courtesy of LVMH