Chief Executive Officer Appointment Strengthens Mirova’s Sustainable Investment Leadership

Natixis Investment Managers has appointed Léa Dunand-Chatellet as the new Chief Executive Officer of Mirova. The company confirmed that Mirova’s Board of Directors approved the appointment. She will officially assume the role on July 1, 2026. She succeeds Philippe Zaouati after leading responsible investment initiatives across the financial sector.

Léa Dunand-Chatellet brings more than two decades of experience in sustainable investing and asset management. She spent over ten years within Natixis Investment Managers. During that period, she worked at both Mirova and DNCA Finance. Her career reflects a strong commitment to responsible investment and sustainable finance.

Throughout her professional journey, she supported several industry initiatives across France. She also contributed to working groups with the AMF, the AFG, and the French Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty. These roles strengthened her expertise in sustainable investing and regulatory collaboration.

Leadership Focus Supports International Growth

Natixis Investment Managers expects the new Chief Executive Officer to strengthen Mirova’s international presence. The company also expects her to expand sustainable investing capabilities across listed and private assets. This strategy supports broader investment opportunities for clients worldwide.

Philippe Setbon welcomed the leadership transition and praised Léa Dunand-Chatellet’s career within the organization. He highlighted the value of the company’s multi-affiliate model. He also noted that Mirova has become an important part of the group’s responsible investment strategy. Furthermore, he thanked Philippe Zaouati for helping establish Mirova as a respected name in sustainable finance.

Léa Dunand-Chatellet described her appointment as an important milestone. She expressed confidence in Mirova’s experienced teams and long-term vision. She also emphasized the growing importance of directing capital toward projects that support environmental and economic transitions. Her comments reflected a clear focus on sustainable value creation.

Extensive Experience Strengthens Future Direction

Léa Dunand-Chatellet currently serves as Head of Responsible Investment and ESG Portfolio Manager at DNCA Finance. She began her career in 2005 at Oddo Securities with a focus on extra-financial analysis. She later joined Sycomore Asset Management and led ESG management initiatives. She also developed an early sustainable development integration model before joining Mirova in 2015.

In 2018, she moved to DNCA Finance and created the firm's responsible investment department. She also introduced its first range of sustainable investment funds. These achievements strengthened her reputation within the asset management industry. As a result, she gained broad recognition for advancing responsible investment practices.

Her academic background also reflects strong expertise. She graduated from the École Normale Supérieure and earned an agrégation in Economics and Management. Since 2022, she has served on the AMF’s Climate and Sustainable Finance Commission. She also chairs the AFG’s Responsible Investment Commission. Additionally, she joined the ISR Label Committee in 2024 and teaches responsible investment at leading business schools.

The new Chief Executive Officer begins her role as Mirova continues to expand its sustainable investing strategy. Her experience, leadership, and industry involvement position the company for its next stage of growth. The appointment also reinforces Natixis Investment Managers’ long-term commitment to responsible investment and global asset management.

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