Jean Riboud
French socialist and corporate executive (1919–1985) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Jean Riboud (15 November 1919 – 20 October 1985) was a French socialist, corporate executive, and the chairman of Schlumberger,[1] the largest oilfield services company in the world.[2] He was a member of the French Resistance during World War II and suffered incarceration in Buchenwald concentration camp of the Nazis.[3] His contributions were reported in making Schlumberger into the market leader in oilfield services sector. The Government of India awarded him the third highest civilian honour of the Padma Bhushan, in 1986, for his contributions to society.[4]
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Jean Riboud | |
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Born | (1919-11-15)15 November 1919 Lyons, France |
Died | 20 October 1985(1985-10-20) (aged 65) Neuilly-sur-Seine, Paris, France |
Occupation(s) | Corporate executive Socialist |
Years active | 1939–1985 |
Known for | Schlumberger |
Spouse | Krishna Roy |
Children | Christophe |
Awards | Padma Bhushan |
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