Jean-Louis Dumas | |
|---|---|
| Born | Jean-Louis Robert Frédéric Dumas 2 February 1938 Paris, France |
| Died | 1 May 2010 (aged 72) Paris, France |
| Education | Institut d'Études Politiques de Paris |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, designer |
| Known for | Hermès chairman and design chief |
| Board member of | Hermès |
| Spouse |
Rena Gregoriadès
(m. 1962; died 2009) |
| Children | 2, including Pierre-Alexis |
| Relatives | Axel Dumas (cousin) |
Jean-Louis Robert Frédéric Dumas (2 February 1938 – 1 May 2010) was a French billionaire businessman who was the chairman of the Hermès group from 1978 to 2006. He was also the company's artistic director.[1] Dumas is credited with turning Hermès into a global luxury brand during his tenure as chairman.[1]