Mr. François holds a Degree in Engineering. After graduation and training, he worked for 8 years as operations manager in several plants in France and Germany(1983-1992), Personnel Department Manager, France(1993-1994), European Manufacturing Strategy Manager(1995-1996), Chief Operating Officer, Truck Tires, Europe(1997-2001), Corporate Vice-President, Supply Chain(2001-2002), President of Asia-Pacific Operations(August 2002-current) and Member of Michelin Group Executive Council.[Text of Speech]