Claire Dorland-Clauzel
Claire Dorland-Clauzel | |
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| Born | November 15, 1954 Rennes, France |
| Occupation | Business executive |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Known for | Executive vice president at Michelin (2008–2018) |
Claire Dorland-Clauzel (born 15 November 1954 in Rennes, France) is a prominent French executive. Between 2008 and 2018, she held the position of executive vice president at Michelin, overseeing the company’s brands, sustainable development initiatives, The Michelin Guide, and external relations. Additionally, she was part of the Group’s Executive Committee during this period.
Biography
Claire Dorland-Clauzel pursued her studies in khâgne at the lycée Henri-IV and obtained a master's degree in History from La Sorbonne. She earned a doctorate in Geography from the Paris Institute of Geography and is an alumna of the école nationale d’administration (class of 1988).
Her professional journey began in 1988 within the French public sector, specifically at the treasury department where she was responsible for managing foreign investments in France. In 1993, she took charge of Christian Noyer’s cabinet upon his appointment as treasury head and later served as deputy CFO at the French steel company Usinor. From 1995 to 1997, she acted as chief of staff to the treasury director and subsequently worked as a technical advisor to Jean Arthuis, then Minister of Economy. In 1997, she was appointed head of the life and health insurance division within the treasury department.
Axa
Dorland-Clauzel transitioned to the insurance industry in 1998 by joining AXA as head of audit and control, where she also became a member of the executive committee. By 2000, she was leading support functions for AXA France, and in 2003, she took charge of communications and sustainable development, earning a seat on the group’s executive committee.
Michelin
In 2008, Claire Dorland-Clauzel joined Michelin, the French tire manufacturer, as head of communications and a board member. She spearheaded Michelin’s inaugural global communications campaign in 2009. By June 2012, her responsibilities expanded to include public affairs, Michelin Lifestyle, and Michelin Travel Partner—home to the Michelin Guide, which plays a central role in Michelin’s brand content strategy emphasizing product excellence. She was elevated to executive vice president for brands and external relations in December 2014.
From 2014 through 2017, she directed the rollout of five new Michelin guide editions across Asia and America, notably launching the first China guide in 2016 with Shanghai featured prominently. Between March 2017 and 2018, her portfolio included sustainable development and mobility at Michelin. During this time, she organized Movin'On—a worldwide conference succeeding the Michelin Challenge Bibendum—dedicated to advancing sustainable mobility solutions.
The inaugural Movin'On event occurred in June 2017 in Montreal, unveiling “Vision,” an innovative airless smart tire crafted entirely from biodegradable bio-based materials through 3D printing technology.
In February 2018, Claire Dorland-Clauzel announced her exit from Michelin to take on management responsibilities at le « Château La Tuilière » within Bordeaux’s wine sector.
Awards
- Chevalier of the National Order of Merit
- Chevalier of the Legion of Honour