Jean-Michel Besnier (#379)
- $ 9 B
- Cheese
- France
- M
- 58 Years
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About Me
Dairy heir Jean-Michel Besnier owns an estimated 21% of French dairy giant Lactalis, based in his family's ancestral hometown of Laval in western France. His grandfather founded the company in 1933, and his older brother Emmanuel now runs the firm as CEO and majority shareholder. Lactalis sells $30 billion of products including President brie, Milkmaid yogurts and Valbreso Feta. The biggest dairy producer in Europe, Lactalis continues to expand internationally in places like China and Southeast Asia.
Achievements
Career Highlights
A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Jean-Michel Besnier’s rise and global influence.
Wealth Growth
Net Worth Growth Over Time
Tracking Jean-Michel Besnier’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.
Current Net Worth: $9.2B
(May 4, 2026)
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