Richard becomes France Telecom-Orange chairman and CEO

News General Global 24 FEB 2011
Richard becomes France Telecom-Orange chairman and CEO
France Telecom-Orange's board of directors formally noted at its meeting of 23 February, Didier Lombard's decision to hand over his responsibilities as chairman and named CEO Stephane Richard to the role of chairman and CEO with effect from 1 March 2011. Lombard becomes special adviser to Richard on the strategic options and technological outlook for the group.

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