Testimony of Philippe Ventre, class of 1954

Philippe Ventre graduated from ESTACA in 1954. He has had an exceptional career in the automotive sector, and has agreed, on the occasion of the school's centenary, to look back on his career and his memories of ESTACA, from his dreams as a young student to his reflections as a former top executive.

Read his testimonial HERE

Some key dates in his career:

• 1954: ETACA graduate

• 1956 to 1970: RENAULT: various positions in engine, chassis and body research and development

• 1970 to 1979: RENAULT: Head of Body and Safety Department

  • 1978: Award from the European Coil Coating Association in recognition of work on the development of pre-reinforced steel for corrosion protection.
  • 1979: N.H.T.S.A. Safety Award for engineering excellence in occupant protection.

• 1979 to 1982 : RENAULT USA : Executive Vice President , General Manager Engineering and Planning Group

• 1982 to 1983 : AMERICAN MOTORS : Vice President Quality and Product Integrity .

• 1983 to 1984 : AMERICAN MOTORS : Vice President Product Engineering & Development

  • 1983: Chevalier de l'Ordre National du Mérite

• 1985 to 1994: RENAULT: Director of Vehicle Engineering and Development

  • 1991: Officier de l'Ordre National du Mérite .

• 1994 to 1998: RENAULT: Senior Vice President, Vehicle Engineering, Development and Production Methods, member of the Renault Management Committee.

• 1998 to 2002: FISITA: Vice-Chairman

  • 1998: Knight of the Legion of Honor

• 2002 to 2004: FISITA: Chairman

• 2008 to 2020 : Mayor of Lacoste ( Hérault , France ) .