Philippe Hersant (newspaper publisher)

Philippe Hersant (born June 9, 1942) is a French newspaper publisher. He is the head of the Hersant Group, a significant media conglomerate in France. The group controls numerous regional and local newspapers, as well as magazines and other publications. Hersant inherited the group from his father, Robert Hersant, also a prominent figure in the French media landscape. He has played a key role in shaping the Hersant Group's strategic direction and maintaining its position within the French media industry. The Hersant Group's publications often reflect a conservative political leaning, which has sometimes drawn controversy and scrutiny. His tenure has involved navigating the challenges of a rapidly evolving media environment, including the rise of digital media and changing readership habits.