In this episode we are celebrating the career to date of Stéphane Crasnier. Stéphane is Group Chief Officer Fleet & Operations at Europcar Mobility Group a role he's held since September 1st 2023. Prior to joining Europcar Stéphane enjoyed an 18 year career with BMW Group during which he held roles in corporate sales, sales volume planning, fleet management and leasing in France, China and Australia, culminating with him being the President and Managing Director of Alphabet France. He describes himself as still a car fan who embraces the chance to lead change & people. He's a happy man in a challenging environment! In our conversation we talk about the leadership opportunities he had at school, how his father's role gave him early exposure to thinking internationally, his experience of military service and his progression through a series of corporate roles, first with Heineken and then in the automotive industry. Stéphane shares how he negotiated his first international assignment and what he learned from working overseas. I first met Stéphane in China when we worked together on a post merger integration project after I'd left BMW. I was delighted to get this opportunity to sit down with him and learn more about his life and career journey. I'm happy to share his story now and I look forward to hearing what resonates with you. If you're listening for the first time, hello, I'm Andy Follows. I'm a trusted advisor to senior leaders in the automotive industry. I work alongside them and their teams to enable Fulfilling Performance. If you'd like to know more about Fulfilling Performance, you can sign up for our weekly newsletter. In it you will find easily digestible ideas on how to increase levels of performance and fulfilment for yourself and those you lead and care about. Connect with Stéphane: LinkedIn: Stéphane Crasnier Thank you to our sponsors: ASKE Consulting Email: [email protected] Aquilae Email: [email protected] Episode Directory on Instagram @careerviewmirror  If you enjoy listening to our guests career stories, please follow CAREER-VIEW MIRROR in your podcast app. If you'd like to know more about Fulfilling Performance, check out Release the handbrake! - The Fulfilling Performance Hub Episode recorded on  8 April, 2024.