Jérôme de Villard

Jérôme de Villard — Snapshot, Highlights and Citation

Recognition Citation

Jérôme de Villard is advancing the evolution of corporate mobility in West Africa by building one of the region’s leading independent fleet leasing and fleet management platforms. As Group Chief Executive Officer of NOVAGO Africa, he has led the company’s regional expansion while strengthening long-term vehicle leasing, fleet management and mobility solutions for businesses across multiple West African markets. His leadership combines operational excellence, regional growth and sustainable mobility, reinforcing the role of independent leasing as a strategic enabler of business productivity and fleet performance.

Profile Snapshot

Position: Group Chief Executive Officer
Company: NOVAGO Africa
Country: Côte d'Ivoire
Sector: Fleet Leasing & Mobility Services
Asset Focus: Long-term vehicle leasing, fleet management and commercial fleets
Assessment: January 2025 – June 2026

2025–2026 Highlights

          Regional Expansion
          Benin & Togo Launch
          Oversaw the establishment of NOVAGO operations in Benin and Togo.
        

          Leadership
          Executive Team Growth
          Continued strengthening leadership across key operating companies.
        

          Fleet Platform
          Multi-country Operations
          Integrated fleet leasing across Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Senegal, Benin and Togo.
        

          Investment
          Growth Capital
          Continued executing the regional growth strategy supported by I&P and Adiwale Partners.
        

          Sustainability
          Green Mobility
          Advanced cleaner fleet initiatives and ESG practices.
        

          Business Impact
          Corporate Mobility
          Helps businesses outsource fleet management through integrated leasing and lifecycle services.
        