We are delighted to announce that Hervé Colleaux has been appointed as a Partner at Borderless. Since joining us at the start of 2024, Hervé has significantly impacted our firm, and we are excited about the remarkable year ahead with his contributions enhancing our client and candidate relationships.
Hervé’s commitment to our core values is evident in his energy, enthusiasm, and hands-on approach. His industry expertise, particularly in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, his human touch, and his adaptability to varied cultural environments have received high praise from clients, candidates, and Borderless colleagues.
Before joining us, Hervé developed thirty years of invaluable leadership experience across international markets in both B2B and B2C sectors. His background in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry has added an extra dimension to our expertise, taking us a step beyond the chemical value chain, life sciences, and advanced industrial solutions.
Hervé’s ability to build trust-based relationships and offer practical guidance is evident to everyone he interacts with. His international journey, rooted in France and spanning the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands, has equipped Hervé’ with a unique perspective and approach to executive search.
Please join me in congratulating Hervé.
Els De Cremer, Managing Director, Borderless Executive Search
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