Richemont, the owner of Cartier, announced the appointment of Anton Rupert, son of chairman and founder Johann Rupert, as non-executive co-deputy chairman of the board. This move, effective immediately, is part of the company's long-term succession planning and ensures family involvement in the leadership. Anton Rupert will share the role with Bram Schot, who was appointed non-executive deputy chairman in 2024 and will continue in his role as non-executive co-deputy chairman.
Anton Rupert's responsibilities will include overseeing matters related to the Maisons' Strategic Product and Communications Committee (SPCC), focusing on the group's creative and commercial direction. Meanwhile, Bram Schot will handle Board and Committee-related governance matters, including coordinating board committees and the corporate governance framework. This division aims to provide dedicated attention to both strategic priorities and governance obligations at the co-deputy chairman level.
Johann Rupert emphasized that this appointment ensures continuity through close family involvement, strong governance, and a commitment to creativity. He stated that Anton will safeguard creative and product priorities, while Bram will maintain high governance standards. Richemont's portfolio includes major brands across Jewellery Maisons (Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels), Specialist Watchmakers (Jaeger-LeCoultre, IWC Schaffhausen), and Other (Montblanc, Chloé).
The company's Class A shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Richemont has approximately 39,601 employees. This appointment comes as luxury brands increasingly focus on long-term leadership and strategic oversight.
