President Brie

President is one of the world's most recognized cheese brands, particularly famous for its brie and camembert. The brand was founded in France by André Besnier in 1933, initially operating as a small camembert-making business in the town of Laval. Over the decades, it evolved from a local family business into a global dairy powerhouse, launching the 'Président' brand officially in 1968 to signify high-quality, mass-accessible French cheese.

While the brand holds deep French heritage and much of its premium brie is still produced in the French countryside (such as in the Lorraine region), its immense global demand has led to production facilities being established in other countries, including the United States. Today, President is the flagship brand of the Lactalis Group, which is the largest dairy products group in the world. As of 2026, the brand remains under the private ownership of the Besnier family, maintaining its position as a staple in both gourmet and everyday culinary contexts worldwide.