Ross McInnes

Overview

Ross McInnes is a French-Australian business executive and investor, currently serving as Chairman of Safran. He has held various leadership positions in major industrial companies, focusing on strategic investments and corporate governance. McInnes has been a director of Engie since 2018 and has served on the boards of Faurecia, Eutelsat, and IMI plc. He was appointed as an Operating Advisor by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice in 2017, contributing to the identification and evaluation of new investment opportunities in Europe. McInnes was born in Calcutta, India, to Australian parents, and later moved to Paris. He graduated from the University of Oxford with a degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics. His career spans roles in corporate finance, strategic planning, and executive leadership across various sectors, including aerospace, defense, automotive, and energy. McInnes has been recognized for his contributions to business and international relations, being made a Chevalier of the Légion d'honneur in 2008 and promoted to Officier in 2017. He has also been involved in economic diplomacy, serving as the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Special Representative for relations with Australia from 2015 to 2024, aiming to strengthen bilateral trade and promote France's attractiveness to Australian investors. McInnes' investment philosophy emphasizes long-term value creation, strategic alignment, and operational excellence, reflecting his extensive experience in leading major industrial companies and his commitment to fostering sustainable growth and innovation.

Investment Focus

• Strong management teams
• Clear growth strategies
• Operational excellence
• Sustainable business models
• Alignment with strategic objectives

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