About Denis Kessler
Lived 1952 – 2023 (aged 71). Denis Kessler was a French board member, businessperson, economist, insurer, entrepreneur and functionary.
Denis Kessler (25 March 1952 – 9 June 2023) was a French businessman. He served as the chairman of the board of directors and chief executive officer of SCOR SE from 2002 until his death. Prior to this, he served as vice-chairman of MEDEF and CEO of AXA.
Biography Kessler graduated from HEC Paris, and received a PhD in economics from the University of Paris. He served as the President of Le Siècle from 2007 to 2010.
Kessler criticised the Keynesian reaction to the 2008 financial crisis, and he suggested the end of the Euro currency was a real possibility.
He died on 9 June 2023, at the age of 71.
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Who was Denis Kessler?
French businessman
When was Denis Kessler born?
Denis Kessler was born on 25 March 1952 in Mulhouse.
When did Denis Kessler die?
Denis Kessler died on 9 June 2023 in Neuilly-sur-Seine.
What was Denis Kessler's occupation?
Denis Kessler was a board member, businessperson, economist, insurer, entrepreneur and functionary.
What nationality was Denis Kessler?
Denis Kessler was French.
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