Olivier Blum

Olivier Blum

Chief Executive Officer at Schneider Electric

Keppel Ltd.•United Arab Emirates

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Experience33+ Years

Executive Overview

Leading the energy transition through technology. As Chief Executive Officer of Schneider Electric, I’m proud to lead a company whose mission is to be your Energy Technology Partner. We electrify, automate, and digitalize every industry, business, and home, driving efficiency and sustainability for all. For over 30 years at Schneider Electric, I’ve been passionate about the convergence of electrification, automation, and digital intelligence, what we define as energy technology. We invent the technology that makes the energy transition possible, enabling buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, software-defined systems. We don’t just connect systems; we create ecosystems where AI, data, and people work together seamlessly. Schneider Electric has a strong people culture, placing talent, culture, and leadership high on the agenda. I am a product of this philosophy, having grown through different roles, functions, and geographies. My journey started in France and took shape through nearly two decades in Asia, leading teams in China, India, and Hong Kong. That global experience shaped my belief that diverse teams and inclusive cultures are the engine of innovation. I carried that belief through roles as Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer, and most recently EVP of our Energy Management business. To build on that foundation and gain new market insights, I relocated to the UAE in 2023. Since May 2022, I have served as a Board Member of Keppel Group, chairing its Sustainability and Safety Committees, reflecting my commitment to responsible leadership and cross-industry collaboration. At Schneider Electric, we are an Impact Company where performance and purpose go hand in hand. Our results fuel meaningful change, advancing sustainability, empowering people, and building resilience across industries and communities. As CEO, my job is to shape the future of our company, put customers at the center of our strategy, build strong and diverse leadership, deliver results for our shareholders, and positively impact our ecosystem. My motto is simple: "The more you give to people, the more you receive from them." It’s a philosophy I bring to every challenge - and one that continues to guide me as we shape the future of energy technology. Let’s Advance Energy Tech together!

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Apr 2022–Present· 4 yrs 6 mos
    • Non Executive Director - Member of Nomination & Sustainability/Safety CommitteesCurrent
      Apr 2022–Present
  • 1993–Present· 33 yrs 9 mos
    • Chief Executive OfficerCurrent
      Nov 2024–Present
    • Executive Vice President Energy Management Business - Executive Committee member
      Apr 2022–Dec 2024
    • Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer - Executive Committee member
      Apr 2020–Apr 2022
    • Chief Human Resources Officer – Executive Committee member
      2014–Mar 2020
    • Home & Distribution Division EVP - Global
      2013–2014
    • Managing Director - Greater India zone
      2008–2013
    • Strategy & Marketing VP - China
      2006–2008
    • Final Low Voltage Business Unit VP - China
      2003–2006
    • Executive Committee Secretary - Global
      2001–2003
    • Sales & Marketing - France
      1993–2001
  • Jun 2021–Aug 2023· 2 yrs 2 mos
    • Chairman Mission Committee
      Jun 2021–Aug 2023
  • Sep 2020–Mar 2024· 3 yrs 6 mos
    • Non-Executive Director
      Sep 2020–Mar 2024
  • Apr 2020–Mar 2025· 4 yrs 11 mos
    • Chairman of Advisory Board
      Nov 2024–Mar 2025
    • Non-Executive Director - Member of the Remuneration Committee
      Apr 2020–Nov 2024
  • Apr 2017–2024· 6 yrs 9 mos
    • Chairman of the Board
      Apr 2017–2024

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA

IUT2 Grenoble

Master Business Administration and General Management

Grenoble Ecole de Management

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Skills & Expertise

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Energy ManagementChange ManagementProduct ManagementProject ManagementEngineeringProduct MarketingSCADAManagementPower DistributionEnergyStrategyElectrical EngineeringCross-functional Team LeadershipBusiness StrategySwitchgearSmart GridBusiness DevelopmentEnergy EfficiencyAutomation