Virginie Bergeron-Abehsera

An overview of my occupations so far

Since 2006: I recently joined the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee in their Paris(France)head office for Europe and Latin America. Since 1914, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Inc. (JDC) has served as the overseas arm of the American Jewish community. Our mission is to serve the needs of Jews throughout the world, particularly where their lives as Jews are threatened or made more difficult. As the CFO for Europe/Latin America I ensure that we meet financial standards and that funds are spent according to donors wishes and field needs. www.jdc.org

2003-2005: EMEA Financial Controller for Newell Rubbermaid, based in Paris. Sales 400 M$, 7 people in my team, set up of financial support for marketing & sales team, due diligence related to M&A activities, 20,000 sku to follow up on in an fast paced and competitive environment

1994-2003: 9 years in the pharmaceutical industry with Merck Sharp & Dohme. Various financial positions in the MEA office based in France. sales 125 M$, 2 people in my team, multicultural environment, very politically complex region of the world resulting in many business challenges