The CEO of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, transmitted a strict education to his children, focused on work and excellence. His daughter, Delphine Arnault, returned to this influence.
The famous businessman Bernard Arnault is known for his professional requirement which made his company LVMH a real empire. But this rigor goes far beyond the business world and also affects his family. His daughter, Delphine Arnault, had confided in the columns of Vogue To evoke the strict education she has received.
No wave among the Arnaults: “I never rebelled“”
At 50, Delphine Arnault is today CEO of Christian Dior Couture and at the head of the prestigious LVMH Prize, a competition intended to support young fashion talents. The one who saw her father founded the LVMH Empire (Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Fendi, Givenchy, Tiffany & Co or Moët & Chandon, widow Clicquot …) when she was barely 12 years old, quickly followed her steps. From a very young age, it is involved in the affairs of the family home. And she recognizes him herself: “I have never rebelled myself.“”
Despite her leader’s role, Delphine Arnault is a discreet woman. His brother, Antoine Arnault, explained in Vogue : “Some confuse this with arrogance. My sister is naturally very discreet, and the education that we have received obviously reinforced this discretion. ”
Bernard Arnault: a model for his children
Delphine Arnault deeply admires her father and her exceptional flair for business. “”When he sees 15 bags on a table, he immediately heads for the one who will sell himself“, She said, impressed by her ability to identify successful products. Bernard Arnault, now 76, should retire in four years. It is partly for this reason that he organizes a lunch with his children every month. They take the opportunity to discuss the strategic choices of the LVMH company.”He always wanted to transmit his knowledge“Explained Delphine Arnault.
This education was marked by a strict discipline. “”It was a very healthy, calm lifestyle, centered on studies and sport“remembered Delphine Arnault.”We didn’t have much right to go out. Finally, a little, but it was above all a matter of hard work“She added. Today, the family empire brews billions: 84.7 billion euros in sales in 2024 according to public data from the group. A success that can only be built with well-made heads that first think Business before relaxation …
