Hachette Livre appoints David Shelley global adviser to executive management from Jan. 1, 2027

By Public Technologies
  • Lagardère unit Hachette Livre will revamp its international governance from Jan. 1, 2027 to drive global expansion.
  • David Shelley will become global adviser to top management, take responsibility for new markets, digital offerings, M&A.
  • Shelley will also shift to executive chair of Hachette UK and Hachette Book Group; Katie Espiner, Ben Sevier named CEOs.
  • Philippe Lamotte will join Hachette Livre’s international executive committee, reflecting a broader mandate across IT, distribution, operations.
  • Hachette Livre reported 2025 revenue of EUR 3.001 billion.


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