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Chris Sacy

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Managing Director Middle East and Africa at Azelis
📍 France

Chris Sacy is the Managing Director for Middle East & Africa at Azelis, a leader in specialty chemicals and food ingredients. He leverages a unique background in finance from AXA IM and Cargill to drive strategy and operations, leading a team of over 400 professionals across more than 40 markets.

He is deeply involved in several prestigious leadership and business networks, including the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and the French Foreign Trade Advisors (CCEF). His education includes degrees from ESA Business School and Université Paris Dauphine, providing a strong foundation for his international career.

Unique fact: He began his career in structured finance, specializing in complex Collateralized Debt Obligation (CDO) investment strategies before transitioning into the chemicals industry.

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Experience
24 Years
Current Role
Managing Director Middle East and Africa
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
France
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MEA Regional Growth
His role is focused on expanding Azelis's footprint in the Middle East and Africa, overseeing operations and driving sustainable growth across diverse markets.
Geopolitical Economics
He recently reflected on the impact of geopolitical tensions, currency volatility, and inflationary pressures on business operations in the MEA region.
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Career

Work history

2-2020
Managing Director Middle East and Africa
Azelis
5-2007 - 2-2020
Chief Operating Officer
Orkila
10-2003 - 5-2007
Investment Manager
AXA IM
7-2001 - 7-2003
Cargill Investor Services
Cargill
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Education
2018 - 2019
Cercle des Dirigeants
ESA BUSINESS SCHOOL
2003 - 2004
Master's Degree
Université Paris Dauphine - PSL
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