DAMIEN DERNONCOURT

Damien is the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Naga Brands.

Prior to NAGA, Damien ran John Hardy for 11 years, a jewelry brand he built into a true global luxury player. Through a management buyout, Damien assumed control of the company with the support of private equity group 3i. In 2014, he sold a controlling stake to L Catterton and is now a board member.

Damien began his career as an entrepreneur in Hong Kong where he ran few companies before starting, his own merchandising and packaging company in China. A venture he later sold to complete an MBA at INSEAD.

Born in France, Damien has been living in Hong Kong since 1995. He has 2 children.