Paris, November 13, 2024 – Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM) announced the appointment of Benoît Gausseron as Global Head of Communications, Brand and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). He reports directly to Philippe Setbon, Chief Executive Officer of Natixis Investment Managers, and joins the Executive Team for Groupe BPCE Asset & Wealth Management division.
In his new role, Benoît Gausseron will be responsible for leading Natixis IM’s communications and strengthening the appeal of the group’s brands, in alignment with the company’s commitments and values, to support Natixis IM’s ambitious growth strategy within the framework of Groupe BPCE VISION 2030 project. Benoît Gausseron will also contribute to reinforcing Natixis IM’s policies on social and environmental responsibility.
Philippe Setbon, CEO of Natixis Investment Managers, commented, “Creating this position comes as Natixis IM embarks on a new chapter in its development. Benoît’s proven experience, outstanding career path, and deep expertise are invaluable assets in supporting Natixis IM’s growth strategy and in enhancing the visibility of our brands with all our stakeholders.”
Benoît Gausseron graduated from Sciences Po Paris and Paris IV - Sorbonne University and has over 25 years of experience in communications, spanning both the public and private sectors. After starting his career in ministerial communications for the French government, he led communications in North America at the French Trade Commission in New York before joining Dexia Group as Head of Brand and Communications in 2008. In 2018, he joined Groupe BPCE and then Natixis as Head of Communications, where he contributed to advancing the group’s communication strategy and image amid transformative growth. In 2021, he was appointed Groupe BPCE’s Director of Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, where he successfully led efforts to position BPCE as a leader in the sports economy.
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