Olivier Houri
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Education
Masters, Industrial Engineering; Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Chimie et de Physique de Bordeaux; Pessac, France, 1985
Master's degree, Information Technology and Automation; University of Bordeaux I, Bordeaux, France, 1985
Languages
French
English
Spanish
Arabic
German
Italian
Experience Summary
2017 to Pres. SmarkKargo
Executive Vice President, Strategy, Growth and Key Accounts
2016 to 2017 Olivier Houri Advisory Services
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
2001 to 2016 UNISYS Corp.
President and General Manager, Travel and Transportation
1996 to 2016 Cap Gemini Ernst & Young
Director, Management Consultant
1995 to 1996 UNISYS, France
Managing Principal
1989 to 1994 OPL Consultants, Spain
1992 to 1994 Chief Executive Officer
1989 to 1991 Managing Director, Industrial Division
Additional Information
Lebanese Connection
Born and raised in Beirut
Both parents are Lebanese
Birthplace
Beirut
Family Place of Origin in Lebanon
Beirut
Favorite Lebanese Food
All of it! – Mezze, Kebabs, Fried Fish
Beymieh, Mlookhieh…
Favorite Place to Visit in Lebanon
Cedar Mountains, Jounieh Bay, Beirut/Raouche-Downtown, Baalbek, Zahle
Spouse/Partner (name, occupation)
Catherine Chanteau-Houri (formerly, Legal Support; currently enjoying life!)
Children (ages and genders)
Jade (daughter; 18; attending Arizona State University/W.P.Carey Business School (Barrett Honors Program)
My Objectives and Aspirations for Being Involved in Cedar Routes:
- Network and connect with like-minded colleagues and successful passionate contributor to the Aviation industry
- Share and build awareness of our Lebanese heritage and culture
- Be and act as role model for younger generation and actively contribute to support and mentor children and young adults on their way to become successful and accomplished in life
- Have fun and enjoy the Lebanese way of life!