Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Marc Chaya steps down as CEO and President

By Lynsey Barber | Published: 1-May-2026
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Chaya, who founded the luxury fragrance house with Francis Kurkdjian in 2009, will remain as an advisor to its owner LVMH

Maison Francis Kurkdjian co-founder Marc Chaya is leaving his role as CEO and President of the luxury fragrance house.

“After an extraordinary journey co-founding and building Maison Francis Kurkdjian, I have made the decision to step down from my role as President & CEO,” he said in a post on LinkedIn.

“When Francis and I started this Maison in 2009, we had a simple yet ambitious vision: to place creativity back at the heart of perfumery and give the perfumer a true voice. 

“What followed has gone far beyond anything I could have imagined – a global adventure shaped by passion, human connections, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.”

Maison Francis Kurkdjian was acquired by luxury conglomerate LVMH in 2017.

As well as pursuing new projects, Chaya will “remain close with the Maison and Group”, he said in his LinkedIn post.

He will continue as strategic advisor to Véronique Courtois, Chairman and CEO of Parfums Christian Dior and LVMH’s Beauty Division. 

Cosmetics Business has contacted Maison Francis Kurkdjian and LVMH for comment.

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