Épopée Les 40 : Brittany / Pays de la Loire 2026

Editorial

Sovereignty is no longer just a buzzword in economic and political debates: it is becoming an imperative for our businesses, industries and regions. It is built on the ability to innovate, control our supply chains and make strategic decisions locally. Today, the younger generations are at the forefront of this dynamic.

The ‘Épopée Deloitte Les 40’ ranking highlights those under 40 who embody this vision: individuals capable of combining daring and expertise, while taking concrete action to strengthen Brittany’s sovereignty and attractiveness. Whether they are running an innovative start-up, developing strategic industrial projects or transforming their businesses to meet current challenges, these leaders show that sovereignty is lived out on a daily basis, through concrete and impactful actions.

But sovereignty is not just about technology or performance: it also means building strong and sustainable ecosystems. By leveraging local expertise, developing responsible supply chains and forging close ties with their teams and partners, these young leaders are helping to create a resilient economy capable of weathering crises and generating value for the entire region. Their creativity, commitment and vision demonstrate that economic sovereignty is fuelled as much by ambitious projects as by thoughtful and sustainable choices.

In a context of accelerating economic, digital and environmental change, these individuals also embody an exceptional capacity for adaptation. They remind us that sovereignty and innovation are not abstract concepts, but tangible forces: every project, every initiative, every decision contributes to strengthening the robustness and resilience of our regions.

Épopée Gestion and Deloitte are proud to support this generation that is redefining the way we think about and drive the regional economy. Through this ranking, we celebrate their commitment, vision and ability to meet the challenges of tomorrow with daring and responsibility.

Discovering these 40 personalities means measuring the impact of a generation that combines innovation with sovereignty, commitment with daring, and ambition with values. It is the promise that our regions will continue to develop with strength, creativity and autonomy, and that they will remain places where talent, decision-making and action come together to build the future.

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Guillaume Radigue, Damien Destremau, Ronan Le Moal

Partner at Deloitte, Chief Executive Officer of The Reefer Group (guest of honour at this 4th edition) and Co-founder of Épopée Gestion

The Laureates

Laureates of the "Épopée Deloitte Les 40” ranking

The ranking