Chanel CEO Leena Nair, IWF Leadership Fellows Program Alumna, Awarded CBE by Prince William
July 14, 2025
Leena Nair, Global CEO of Chanel and alumna of the IWF Leadership Fellows Program, has been appointed a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for her services to the retail and consumer sector.
The honor was presented by Prince William, recognizing Nair’s outstanding contributions to the industry. The CBE is part of the 2025 King’s New Year’s Honours list, which recognizes individuals for their extraordinary service or achievements in the country across areas such as the arts, sciences, charity, public service, and business.