Luncheon
Guest of Honor: Paul Bulcke
Join us on Monday, May 12, at 11.45 at the Zunfthaus zur Zimmerleuten
The Harvard Club of Switzerland is delighted to invite you to this Luncheon presentation with Paul Bulcke:
Nestlé’s Challenges in a Rapidly Changing Environment
Meet Our Guest
Paul Bulcke served as CEO of Nestlé, the world’s largest food and beverage company, from April 2008 to December 2016. During his tenure, he was responsible for steering the strategic direction of the company, focusing on long-term sustainable growth and expanding Nestlé’s presence in emerging markets. His leadership emphasized “Creating Shared Value,” a concept that integrates social responsibility into business practices. This strategy, which focused on the three categories of nutrition, water, and rural development, was the subject of a detailed case study by Harvard Business School, highlighting its role in aligning business success with societal benefits.
One of the notable periods during Paul Bulcke’s time as CEO was the global financial crisis of 2008–2009. Despite the challenging economic environment, he managed to maintain Nestlé’s profitability and enhance its global footprint, particularly in Asia and Latin America. His focus on health, nutrition, and wellness led to several product innovations and acquisitions aimed at transforming Nestlé into a health-focused food company.
Before becoming CEO, Paul Bulcke held several key positions within Nestlé across different regions, including Latin America and Europe. He joined the company in 1979 and built a strong reputation through his operational expertise and international experience.
In January 2017, Paul Bulcke succeeded Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as Chairman of Nestlé’s Board of Directors. As Chairman, he has continued to influence Nestlé’s strategic evolution, including the company’s increasing focus on sustainability and digital transformation.
In 2025, Paul Bulcke continues to be Chairman of the Board at Nestlé, overseeing corporate governance and supporting the company’s continued efforts to adapt to global consumer trends and environmental challenges.
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