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Valérie Simonet 
Head of Operations, Continental Europe

Location: France
Languages: French and English

Valérie brings over 25 years of experience in the auction industry to her role as Head of Operations, including 14 years at Bonhams in the collector cars department. She has organized major events across Europe and in the Middle East, including sales at the Grand Palais in Paris and the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. She also managed some of the most significant sales for Bonhams’ Fine Arts departments.

With a passion for planning and staging auctions in prestigious locations, Valérie has strong skills in operations and logistics, ensuring seamless and memorable events for clients.

She holds a degree in Art History and a Law degree. Beyond her professional life, Valérie is passionate about fashion, architecture, and design. This passion extends to her love for collector cars from the 1950s to the 1970s, which she sees as remarkable examples of design and craftsmanship.