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Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

1Kubator was the first and largest startup incubator in France, launching 283 startups in 7 years.The company invested up to 25k€ in projects in exchange for a 10% equity ownership position, offering an innovative and focused incubation program. This approach aimed to support entrepreneurs with production tools, test markets and access to a network of 320 mentors.Portfolio (non-exhaustive list) : Olino (fintech), Hawkcell (healthcare - deeptech), ASAP Safeguard (mobility - hardtech), Kirae (neurosciences - deeptech), CogEngines (cobotics), Maloric (sustainable development - deeptech).Missions :- Contributed to the management of 1Kubator and its subsidiaries (overseeing strategic, administrative, financial, and legal aspects). - Structured and executed minority investments in high-potential growth startups. - Managed the portfolio of 283 startups (monitoring performance, participating in general meetings, etc.).- Led the organization and oversight of exits.- Supervised a multidisciplinary team.- Participated in leadership committees and national initiatives. - Promoted and heightened the visibility of 1Kubator.

Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Missions :- Defined and measured performance indicators. - Provided strategic and operational oversight for 1Kubator’s offices. - Implemented organizational processes to structure, organize, and optimize operational management. - Developed dedicated services for startups, including training programs, workshops and support services. - Assisted entrepreneurs in operational, financial, and legal matters.- Analyzed and structured financing applications to ensure portfolio profitability.

Lille, France

Network of franchised full-service sushi kiosks, inspired by innovative concepts from Asian culture.Our team of skilled sushi artisans prepared sushis in front of customers. Implemented within retail stores and high-traffic service areas (Carrefour Wasquehal and Carrefour Lille).Missions :- Cofounded two full-service sushi kiosks under the franchisor Sushi Daily.- Managed the Sushi Wasquehal kiosk on a part-time basis (inventory and purchasing management, planning supervision, etc.).- Conducted business performance analyses to meet predefined objectives.- Developed commercial activities (BtoB sourcing, catering activities, team training).- Carried out periodic missions related to kiosk management.- Contributed to the development of a training course for sushi artisans within the franchisor's program.

Paris, France

Investment bank based in Paris, specializing in advising entrepreneurs on navigating financial challenges and securing financing.La Banque des Entrepreneurs firmly believe in providing every entrepreneur with a "business buddy", a Banquier-Entrepreneur who serves as both an experienced mentor, guiding them through the intricacies of entrepreneurship, and a financial and business expert facilitating deal closures and securing funding from VCs, banks and more.Missions : - Executed transaction and origination projects both in France and internationally.- Managed 16 distinct projects with companies in early and development stages.- Conducted commercial prospecting and identified opportunities.- Performed strategic, financial and industry-based analyses.- Prepared pitchbook presentations and marketing materials for financing proposals and new business development.- Engaged in daily communication with collaborators, clients and external parties.- Participated in the recruitment, training and management of junior employees.- Initiated and developed intrapreneur projects such as Toast Up, F&B Capital, L’Ecole des Entrepreneurs or The Startup Database.

Paris, France

Consulting firm based in Paris dedicated to the Food and Beverage companies. Toast Up helps HRC entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams through close support. Whether it's bringing an idea to life, optimizing the management of an establishment or unlocking the full potential of a project. Clients : Gallia, Innate, Kodawari Ramen, Les Chais de la Cour, Jules & Shim, Refugee Food Festival, Table nali, Zythum, etc.Missions :- Created and implemented internal procedures and management tools. - Participated in commercial prospecting and identified opportunities.- Conducted strategic, financial and industry-based analysis.- Prepared pitchbook presentations and marketing materials for financing proposals and new business development.- Communicated and interacted with internal partners as well as with clients and external parties on a daily basis.

Lyon, France

Groupe SEB created SEB Alliance, its Corporate Venture investment company, to strengthen its technology watch and leverage its innovation strategy.SEB Alliance is designed to identify and invest in early stage companies developing disruptive technologies and/or new business models.The sectors SEB Alliance invests in are consitent with Groupe SEB long term strategy, allowing companies to access Groupe SEB's know-how and capabilities. SEB Alliance targets technologies with consumer application opportunities in three main areas : - Well-being ;- Connected world ;- Sustainable development.Portfolio : Alkemics (big data), Ethera (cleantech), RobArt (robotics), Feeligreen (personal care), MemTech Water (cleantech), SeniorAdom (ageing population), Kolibree (smart systems - connectivity), Key Ingredient (smart systems - connectivity) and ZEE3D (robotics).Missions :- Managed incoming deal flow, performed due diligences and presented potential investments biweekly to Groupe SEB ExCo.- Participated in deal structuring and other contract negotiation processes until investment completion.- Assisted and followed up a 10-company portfolio in marketing, finance, strategy, business development, sales and HR.

Luxembourg

Internal Auditor in charge of the Retail, Private and Commercial Banking Department at ING Luxembourg.Missions :- Ensured mitigation activities including monitoring and cotrolling functions on front office positions.- Created new reporting solutions and optimised processes.- Implemented new regulatory and financial framework in order to ensure compliance.

London, Royaume-Uni

Commerce Connections in an independent B2B/EDI service provider.Business-to-business (B2B) and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) are technologies that enable the automated exchange of business transactions such as orders, invoices, and other business documents between disparate applications and different business entities by means of telecommunication.Missions :- Identified, built and managed long term relationships with corporate customers on a daily basis.- Elaborated ad-hoc market studies to explore on new opportunities.- Monitored key performance indicators and optimized digital reach, SEO on Google and social media accounts.

Lille, France

Student non-profit organization dedicated to the democratization of art and the promotion of emerging talent.Through various initiatives and exhibitions, the organization aims to make art accessible to everyone, creating a cultural tapestry that reflects the diversity and vitality of artistic expression.Missions :- Organized and managed the final exhibition, promoting 14 local artists that attracted more than 200 attendees.- Identified, coordinated and contracted 3 new partnerships while liasing with key stakeholders.- Carried out administrative activities, fundraising and established a new organizational structure to solicit grants and donations.

Master Degree In Corporate Finance - "Grande Ecole" Program

Curriculum : Mergers and Acquisitions, Private Equity, Corporate Valuation, Financial Market using Bloomberg, Financial Modelling.

Major In Finance

Curriculum : Advanced Corporate Finance, Fixed Income Securities, International Finance, Financial Analysis, Corporate Valuation.

Exchange Program

Activities and Societies: Practiced the traditional Lion danceJointly founded by Beijing Normal University and Hong Kong Baptist.

Bachelor In Law, Economics And Business

Curriculum : Financial Analysis, Accounting, Economics, Geopolitics, Computing, etc.

Education record

Curriculum : Ballet dancing, Piano, Music Theory and Drama.