Claranova reports strong shareholder support for new strategy

Claranova, the parent company of PlanetArt and Avantquest, reported strong shareholder support for it’s new “One Claranova” strategy, following its Dec. 4, general meeting.

The company said 41.7% of the shares were represented at the meeting, one of the highest levels in recent years.

During this meeting, which took place in a serene atmosphere, Eric Gareau, the recently appointed CEO of Claranova, reviewed the Group’s new strategic direction, “One Claranova”, strategic direction, which focuses on the groups main activities (PlanetArt and Avanquest) to optimize the group’s performance, and to capitalize on AI and Data to win and retain new customers.

The company said almost all of the resolutions were approved by more than 80% of the voting rights present or represented. Only three resolutions were rejected, namely No. 8 and No. 12, relating to the remuneration of the previous Chairman and CEO, as well as No. 22, rejected in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors noted Christine Hedouis was re-elected as director and Emmanuel Mouchoux, representative of Cheyne Capital, was appointed censor was approved.

“I would like to thank all shareholders for their support and massive participation in this General Meeting, which welcomes the many changes that have taken place within the company in recent months with the renewal of governance, a new management team and the implementation of our new strategic roadmap,” said Gareau. “This mobilization confirms the shared desire of the Group and its shareholders to move forward in a peaceful and constructive climate. This newfound harmony paves the way for strengthened collaboration, essential to support the success of our roadmap and meet the challenges ahead.”