Nicolas Morineaux

CEO China Galeries Lafayette

With 25 years of international experience in luxury and premium multi-category retail, Nicolas Morineaux is a seasoned leader with profound industry expertise and insight. His comprehensive grasp of the brand, client, and operator ecosystem, combined with a sharp eye for emerging trends, establishes him as an authoritative voice championing the future of retail. 

As Chief Executive Officer of Galeries Lafayette China, Nicolas is spearheading the strategic expansion and positioning of France’s most iconic department store from his base in Shanghai, navigating one of the world's most dynamic and competitive markets. 

Throughout his career, Nicolas has held senior leadership roles at globally renowned groups, including LVMH and Richemont. He has managed a diverse portfolio of 12 premium and luxury brands—such as Celine, Loewe, and Rimowa—driving growth, brand transformation, and market adaptation across major hubs from Tokyo and New York to Hong Kong. His work is defined by his ability to fuse creative vision with commercial strategy, positioning him as a key figure in shaping how brands connect with evolving consumer expectations. 

A graduate of ESSEC Business School, Nicolas is also an active contributor to the wider business and cultural community, having served on the boards of the French Chamber of Commerce and the French International School in Hong Kong.