Billionaire Johann Rupert’s son has a new job

Richemont has appointed Anton Rupert, the son of billionaire businessman Johann Rupert, as non-executive co-deputy chairman.

Richemont is the Rupert family’s Swiss-based luxury goods holding company, with brands such as Montblanc, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Chloé in its portfolio.

The 39-year-old Anton has served as a non-executive director of Richemont’s board since 2017.

He also holds a non-executive director position at Remgro, the Ruperts’ South African investment vehicle, where he was appointed in 2018. Johann serves as the company’s chairman.

On Wednesday, 9 September 2026, Richemont informed shareholders that Anton has been appointed as non-executive co-deputy chairman of its board with immediate effect.

Anton will serve alongside Bram Schot, who has been the non-executive deputy chairman since 2024. He has held top positions at Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, and DaimlerChrysler.

Richemont explained that the two co-deputies will have complementary remits.

Anton will oversee matters relating to the company’s strategic product and communications committee.

This, the company said, will ensure “continuity in an area of central importance to the group’s creative and commercial direction”.

Schot, in turn, will assume responsibility for board and committee-related governance matters, including coordinating the board’s committees and the group’s corporate governance framework.

“This division of responsibilities reflects the board’s commitment to robust governance,” Richemont said.

By dividing responsibilities, the group seeks to ensure that its strategic priorities and governance obligations receive dedicated attention at the level of the non-executive co-deputy chairman.

“This appointment is an important step in the board’s long-term succession planning,” Johann said.

“Richemont’s strength has always rested on the continuity that comes from close family involvement, on rigorous governance, and on an unwavering commitment to creativity and craftsmanship.” 

He said that having Anton and Schot serve together as non-executive co-deputy chairmen ensures that each foundation receives the attention it deserves.

“Anton will continue to safeguard the creative and product priorities that define our Maisons, while Bram will ensure that our governance remains of the highest standard,” he said. 

“Together, they reflect what has always guided this group: a long-term view, a respect for the people and savoir-faire behind our Maisons, and the discipline to steward them responsibly for the generations to come.”