Alexis Lecanuet

Senior Advisor

Alexis Lecanuet, Senior Advisor at EMIR, is a distinguished regional leader with over two decades of experience in business consulting and transformation projects across Europe and the MENA region. Renowned for his strategic vision and leadership, he advises clients on complex transformation initiatives, particularly within the consumer and retail industries, focusing on driving strategic growth and operational excellence.

Previously, Alexis served as the Regional Senior Managing Director for Accenture in the Middle East, where he was responsible for overseeing the company’s business operations in the region. In this role, he defined and executed Accenture’s strategy, managed the clients’ portfolio, and led local operations. He also played a pivotal role in expanding Accenture’s products portfolio in the Middle East and Turkey, focusing on onboarding and retaining major retail business clients.

Throughout his 24-year career with Accenture, Alexis successfully led numerous large-scale transformation projects, demonstrating his ability to navigate complex business environments and deliver impactful results. His leadership and insights have made him a recognized speaker at various conferences, and he has been ranked among Forbes’ regional “Global Meets Local” top 50 leaders.

In addition to his professional achievements, Alexis is a dedicated board member for the non-profit organisation Injaz ME, where he contributes to educational and entrepreneurial initiatives in the Middle East.

Alexis holds a Master’s in Business Consulting from ESCP Europe Business School and a Business Finance degree from SKEMA Business School. He is married with four children and currently resides in the UAE.