Francis Belin brings extensive, diverse luxury experience and proven leadership to drive international growth. He also brings a deep understanding of high net worth individuals around the world. Most recently, as President of Asia Pacific and overseeing global luxury and Asian art at Christie's, Francis has achieved numerous milestones, cementing Christie's position as a global market leader. It has played a key role in protecting some of the most important collections and works of art. Francis has been instrumental in several major strategic initiatives, including acquisitions such as Gooding & Company, a leading automobile auction house in California. Prior to that, he held various positions at Swarovski and Richemont, and began his career as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company.
Mytheresa parent LuxExperience has appointed Francis Belin as CEO effective January 1, 2026. Belin, formerly president of Asia Pacific at Christie's, brings deep experience in global luxury and HNWI. He succeeds Michael Kliger, now CEO of LuxExperience Group. Belin will lead Mytheresa's existing leadership team and drive the platform's next phase of global expansion.
Francis Belin graduated from ESSEC in France and has a diploma in International Management and Psychology from the University of Mannheim in Germany.
Following the tenure of Michael Kliger, who over the past 10 years successfully transformed Mytheresa into the leading luxury multi-brand digital platform, Francis Belin will succeed him as CEO of Mytheresa and drive Mytheresa's continued global expansion while delivering exceptional value for its customers and partners. Francis will report to Michael, who in his role as CEO of LuxExperience Group will continue to lead overall strategy across Mytheresa, NET-A-PORTER, MR PORTER and YOOX. Francis will lead Mytheresa's current leadership team, including Chief Commercial Officer, Director of Growth and Site Management, Director of Marketing and Customer Service, Director of Group Fashion Business and Buying and Creative Director, who will continue with their current responsibilities.
Michael Kliger, CEO of LuxExperiencesaid: “I am delighted to appoint Francis Belin as the new CEO of Mytheresa. In Francis we have found an exceptional leader, known for his customer-centric approach, global mindset, delivery of excellent results and collaborative leadership style. I look forward to supporting Francis as he leads the next exciting chapter of the Mytheresa business.”
francisco belin “I am truly honored to take on the leadership of Mytheresa. I am deeply impressed by the strong business model and strong brand positioning that Mytheresa has established under Michael's leadership. I look forward to working alongside the talented team to unlock the next phase of Mytheresa's global growth as an industry leader in the luxury market.”
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