Cecile is a Managing Director at Google, leading a sales team that empowers businesses to achieve their growth goals through effective digital advertising strategies.
She also spearheads Google’s strategic AI initiatives for customer solutions across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, driving innovation and maximizing impact.
She is currently an active Board member of the Snowsports Association of Ireland.
Previously, Cecile served as the Director of Large Customer Sales for Northern Europe, where she collaborated with some of the world’s most prominent brand advertisers.
A dual citizen, Cecile lived and worked in 5 countries. Before joining Google 11 years ago, she spent more than 15 years in the US. She was the Executive Director for Global Marketing at General Electric (GE), at their Global HQ, driving sales and marketing excellence.
Previously, she served as the CMO for GE Energy Contractual Services. Before joining GE, she spent 10 years at Procter & Gamble where she built her customer centricity. Cecile also serves on external boards bringing digital acumen to several sports committees.
In her personal time, Cecile has deep experience in developing high performance athletes. She has a passion for shaping the future and is an avid skier and foiling sailor.
| Skill Set | Detail |
|---|---|
| Financial | 25+ years of experience managing P&Ls at Google, General Electric & Procter & Gamble, demonstrating strategic financial oversight and operational excellence. |
| Legal | Executive sponsor for Google Customer Solutions privacy regulations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Extensive experience in translating complex regulatory frameworks into actionable business strategies. |
| Risk / Compliance | Expertise in EU compliance, driving risk mitigation policies as VP of an international sailing organization. Deep involvement in shaping and implementing governance frameworks. |
| Sports Administration | Vice President of International 29er Sailing and member of the Federation International Ski and Snowboard (FIS) Digital Advertising Committee. Active Board member of Snowsports Association of Ireland. |
| Governance | Proven board leadership experience, including active participation in Snowsports Ireland, with a focus on governance and strategic development. |
| Information Technology | Senior executive at Google for over 11 years, leading digital transformation and technology-driven business strategies. |
| High Performance Sport | First-hand understanding of elite sport dynamics through parenting two Irish World Champion sailors, offering unique insights into performance at the highest levels. |
| Commercial / Marketing | 25+ years of leadership in global sales and marketing at top-tier companies (Google, General Electric and Procter & Gamble). |
| Human Resources | Lead an organization of 250+ employees, collaborating closely with HR to build forward-thinking leadership teams and drive cultural change. |