TRADITION & EXPERTISE
LVMH and its Maisons are the heirs and custo- dians of a long tradition of artisanal and creative skills, some of which date back centuries. They scrupulously safeguard and develop this cultural heritage. Perpetuating these professions and their traditions is vital for LVMH s long-term future, since only very highly skilled artisans can make our beautifully crafted products. And this unique legacy, this expertise, is also what we are known and respected for worldwide.
2019-2020
L INSTITUT DES VOCATIONS POUR L EMPLOI: A SPRINGBOARD TOWARD THE FUTURE
Founded by the LVMH Group in 2019, L Institut des Vocations pour l Emploi (LIVE) is committed to giving a second chance to people over the age of 25 who have been marginalized on the job market. In 2021, LIVE will have three centers located in Clichy-sous-Bois, Valence and Roubaix which will each welcome more than 100 stu- dents per year. They will be given refresher courses on key skills such as written and verbal communication, math and general knowledge, as well as training in personal development and career planning.
OCTOBER 2020
LVMH S INSTITUT DES MÉTIERS D EXCELLENCE WELCOMES ITS 7TH CLASS VIRTUALLY
Since it was founded in 2014, LVMH s Institut des Métiers d Excellence (IME) has been constantly growing, driven by the Group s commitment to training younger gen- erations through apprenticeships. Despite the public health crisis, LVMH made a point of maintaining its induction ceremony, reflecting the Group s steady focus, continued support for apprentices and their instructors, and resoluteness in maintaining its com- mitments. The ceremony, which was held online, was a chance to honor the apprentices who, in such unprecedented circumstances, were able to complete their training and obtain their degrees, and to wel- come the latest class of talented individuals who are starting their studies this fall at LVMH s IME. 97% of apprentices in France and Switzerland graduated, and 82% earned an LVMH Brevet d Excellence vocational
diploma. The vast majority of apprentices in the grad- uating class have joined LVMH or its outside partners. This initiative is a source of great pride for the Group, for which passing on its Maisons expertise is a key priority.
ART & CULTUR E
Art has always inspired the creation of exceptional products, and at LVMH highly skilled crafts- manship and rare professions are a precious cultural resource. It is therefore only natural that the Group should take action to foster art and culture. Our support spans several areas, in France and further afield: helping restore historical monu- ments, enriching the collections of major museums, contributing to key national exhibitions and supporting contemporary artists.
SEPTEMBER 2020
CINDY SHERMAN RETROSPECTIVE AT THE FONDATION LOUIS VUITTON
The Cindy Sherman at the Fondation exhibition, originally scheduled for the spring, was able to open its doors to the public in the fall. This exceptional retrospective fea- tured more than 170 works by Cindy Sherman. Spanning her entire career as one of the greatest photographers of our time, it focused in particular on works from the past decade, some of which were exhibited for the first time ever. Visitors flocked to admire this universally acclaimed artist s insightful, sensitive exploration of the notions of identity and image.
OCTOBER 2020
LVMH: LOYAL PATRON OF THE NUIT BLANCHE NIGHT-TIME ARTS FESTIVAL FOR NEARLY 15 YEARS
Through this event, LVMH supports the French and international arts scene, giving center stage to contem- porary artists at an event open to all in the heart of Paris. For the 2020 festival, LVMH once again provided support alongside the City of Paris. Participants could explore a number of Paris most iconic cultural institu- tions and monuments, in an unprecedented dialogue between nature and the city.