Jean-Yves Fillion took office as chief executive officer of Société Générale Americas on 2 February 2026, the effective date set when Société Générale announced his appointment on 17 November 2025. Fillion succeeds Stéphane About, who has decided to retire after leading the Americas platform.
Fillion brings to the role a career spanning four decades in international banking, most recently at BNP Paribas, where he was Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of BNP Paribas USA, having previously served as CEO of BNP Paribas USA and as Chairman and CEO of CIB Americas.
Global Banking and Investor Solutions co-heads Anne-Christine Champion and Alexandre Fleury said the appointment "marks a significant step in our journey to strengthen our presence in the Americas".
In his new role, Fillion reports to the Co-Heads of Global Banking and Investor Solutions.
Based in New York, Fillion also joins the Group's Management Committee, according to the press release.