Renaud Dutreil has been appointed chairman of LVMH Inc., based in New York, as of Sept. 1. According to the company, he will represent the group in North America, notably to public authorities and business community.

In a statement to the press, LVMH says Mr. Dutreil will ensure the regional coordination of activities focusing on business performance and image coherence. He will also be responsible for the group's common departments in the United States and will bring his expertise to the support functions like finance, legal, property, communication and human resources.

Mr. Dutreil has extensive experience in small and medium-sized businesses, commerce, crafts and liberal professions.