Jacques-Antoine Granjon
Jacques-Antoine Granjon | |
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| Born | August 9, 1962 Marseille, France |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, CEO |
| Known for | CEO of Veepee |
Jacques-Antoine Granjon (born 9 August 1962 in Marseille, France) is a French entrepreneur and billionaire, serving as the CEO of Veepee. As of July 2022, his wealth is estimated at approximately US$1.5 billion.
Education
Granjon completed his studies at the European Business School (EBS) and previously attended lycée Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague located in Paris.
Career
At the start of his professional journey, Granjon partnered with Julien Sorbac to establish Cofotex, a company focused on wholesale surplus merchandise. In 1996, he purchased former printing facilities of the French newspaper Le Monde situated in Plaine-Saint-Denis, which became Cofotex’s main office. This enterprise eventually transformed into what is now known as Veepee.
By 2000, capitalizing on new digital tools and clearance sale knowledge, Granjon introduced an innovative visual strategy aimed at transforming seasonal sales events. Alongside six associates, he launched vente-privee.com in France in January 2001. The business quickly grew, employing more than 2,100 staff members and reaching €1.6 billion in turnover by 2013.
In addition to his work with Veepee, Granjon co-established the École européenne des métiers de l'Internet (EEMI) in 2011 together with Xavier Niel, Marc Simoncini, and Alain Malvoisin, an institution dedicated to educating professionals in internet-related fields.
Personal life
Known for his relaxed demeanor and candid nature, Granjon’s distinctive long hair has become a symbol of his nontraditional approach to business. He has expressed the sentiment: "Better to have hair that is long and clean than short and dirty," illustrating his unique personality. Granjon is a father of three from his first marriage and has remarried since then.