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Chanel CEO Leena Nair Honoured With CBE at Windsor Castle

The British-Indian executive received the honour at Windsor Castle in recognition of her leadership in driving Chanel’s financial growth through sustainable initiatives.

Meet the woman who went from engineering classes in Kolhapur to the CEO seat at Chanel

Overview

  • The investiture ceremony formed part of the 2025 King’s New Year Honours list, which celebrates exceptional contributions to British society.
  • Nair dedicated the CBE to her family, mentors and the Chanel team as a reflection of the collective effort behind her achievements.
  • Since her appointment as Global CEO in January 2022, Chanel has posted a 16% revenue rise to $20 billion in 2023 under her guidance.
  • Her tenure has deepened the company’s sustainability commitments and expanded Fondation CHANEL’s programs benefiting millions of women and girls.
  • Before joining Chanel, Nair rose through the ranks at Unilever to become its first female and youngest Chief Human Resources Officer after beginning life in Kolhapur, India.