Schneider Electric participated in the 2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting from January 19 to 23 in Davos, Switzerland, with a clear mission: Accelerating energy technology partnerships. Our executive delegation, led by CEO Olivier Blum, was on the ground to advocate and demonstrate how electrification, automation, and digital innovation unlock immediate impact for business, people, and the planet. We know that scaling proven technologies and forging ecosystem partnerships can drive responsible growth without compromising profitability or sustainability—and we’re ready to make it happen together.
Explore how advanced energy technologies are reshaping industries, delivering efficiency, sustainability, and resilience for a world that demands progress without compromise.
Schneider Electric Executives at Davos
Olivier Blum
Chief Executive Officer
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Jean-Pascal Tricoire
Chairman
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Gwenaelle Avice-Huet
Executive Vice President, Industrial Automation
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Executive Vice President, Energy Management
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Aamir Paul
President, North America Operations
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Pankaj Sharma
Executive Vice President, Secure Power Division & Data Center Business
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Deepak Sharma
Zone President Greater India, MD & CEO, SEIPL
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Zone President Middle East and Africa
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Chief Technologist, AVEVA
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Chief Sustainability Officer, AVEVA
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