June 24, 2013
Michel Troisgros enters into partnership to develop the next generation of Samsung home appliances.
It was recently announced that Willkie client Michel Troisgros, the three Michelin star chef, has entered into a strategic partnership with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. to develop the next generation of Samsung home appliances. This global culinary initiative, known as Samsung Club des Chefs, brings together Michelin star-rated and visionary chefs from around the world to collaborate with Samsung to develop premium home appliances that will revolutionize what consumers can accomplish in their kitchens.
Michel Troisgros is the third-generation owner of a three Michelin star restaurant since 1968, and president of Samsung Club des Chefs. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in consumer electronics and their core components. The company employs 227,000 people across 75 countries and has annual sales exceeding $143 billion. The matter was handled by partner Daniel Hurstel and special European counsel Brice Pommiès.