Patrick Escande Email & Phone Number

France

Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

Pilotage de la recherche et de l'innovation sur les thématiques de réseaux privés 4G et 5GSA, de l'Edge Computing et de l'IA (Compute Vision, Time Série, NLP, GenIA).Définition des produits et services.Plan stratégique.Conduite de 3 AMI du Plan de relance France 2030.Encadrement des projets éligibles au CIR.Encadrement de 25 personnes.Management de programmes au niveau du Groupe Iliad.

Aix-En-Provence Area, France - Paris

Free/Iliad (Mar 2020 - Jun 2021):Executive Committee Member: Provided strategic SI support and coordinated Free Pro initiatives.ERP Implementation: Played a pivotal role in the coordination and implementation of a new ERP system.Tax Credit Support: Assisted in managing Research Tax Credits and AMI/PIA4 for Cloud/Edge technologies.Free/Iliad (Jun 2021 - Jan 2022):Interim IT Management: Led the transformation in IT management, establishing new organizational structures and governance models.Strategic Oversight: Managed the Research Tax Credit (CIR) and AMI PIA4 France 2030 for 5G and Edge Computing, overseeing the execution of strategic data plans.Free/Iliad (Feb 2022 - Present):5G B2B Program Director: Currently directing a comprehensive 5G B2B program.Deputy Director of Research and Innovation (Jan 2023 - Present): Overseeing research and innovation strategies, enhancing the company's technological leadership.Darva (Jul - Sep 2020):cStrategic Execution Plan for Auto Platform: Developed and executed a strategic plan for the automotive platform, enhancing operational efficiency and technological integration.Darva (Sep - Oct 2021): Audit and Organizational Review: Conducted an extensive audit of the strategic execution plan, proposing improvements and organizational strategies.TDF TowerCo (Apr - Jul 2021): Strategic Planning for Indoor BU: Led the strategic planning for the Indoor Business Unit, focusing on growth opportunities and market expansion strategies.

Paris - Luxembourg - Aix En Provence

As the Founder of Followcorp, I pioneered the development of the first Social TV Guide, marking a significant innovation in the intersection of social media and television. My journey with Followcorp involved several key accomplishments:Development of a Semantic Engine: I led the creation of an advanced semantic engine capable of analyzing real-time discussions and topics on Twitter. This technology represented a major leap in understanding and leveraging social media dynamics for content curation and audience engagement.Twitter Partnership and FireHose Access: Recognizing the potential of our technology, I successfully negotiated a partnership with Twitter, gaining access to their FireHose. This allowed us to analyze millions of tweets per month, providing unprecedented insights into social media trends and audience preferences.Transforming TV Viewing Experience: The Social TV Guide and accompanying technologies significantly transformed the television viewing experience, merging real-time social media content with traditional TV programming. This integration offered viewers a more interactive and engaged viewing experience.After establishing a significant presence in the social TV guide space, I strategically pivoted Followcorp’s focus towards a B2B model, specializing in real-time analysis of social media activities. This evolution involved several key developments:Specialization in Real-Time Social Media Analysis: We dedicated our efforts to becoming a recognized leader in real-time analysis of social activities on various social media platforms. This shift not only diversified our service offerings but also positioned us at the forefront of social media analytics in the B2B sector.Our clients:beIN Sports International TotalNRJ 12ArvalCarglassMont Blanc MédiasEditions LarivièreViaccess OrcaQwantHub Institut Francéclat

Paris Area, Marseille, France - Berlin, Germany.

As the COO and Co-Founder at Vivendi, I was instrumental in establishing a subsidiary focused on developing streaming audio and video services for key group entities such as Canal Plus, Universal Music Group, and SFR. My tenure was marked by several significant contributions:Innovating in the SVOD Market in Europe: I played a pivotal role in introducing the first subscription-based Video on Demand (SVOD) service in France and Germany. This involved leading the access and negotiation of content licenses with major studios like HBO, Warner Bros., Sony, and Disney, thereby enriching our service offerings and setting a new standard in the European streaming market.OTT Solutions and Partnerships: My leadership extended to exploring advanced Over-The-Top (OTT) media solutions. A key achievement was being the first to bring our SVOD services to Apple TV, exemplifying our commitment to technological innovation and partnerships.Enhancing User Experience: I supervised the UX (User Experience) and UI (User Interface) design of our streaming services, ensuring that they were not only technologically advanced but also user-friendly and visually appealing.Driving My Canal Development: The technical research and UX initiatives conducted under my leadership significantly contributed to the development of the My Canal service for Canal Plus, marking a major milestone in enhancing digital media accessibility and user engagement.These endeavors underscored my capacity to lead in the digital media space, combining strategic content negotiations with technological innovations to deliver compelling and competitive streaming services.

Paris Area, France

Consulting for COMEX:- Conducted comprehensive digital transformation consultations for top-level executive committees (COMEX), guiding key strategic decisions and digital initiatives.Nextradio TV Project:- Executed a full review of Nextradio TV's multimedia strategy and product offerings, providing critical insights and actionable recommendations to enhance their digital presence and content delivery.Darty Box Co-Creation:- Co-created Darty Box, leveraging my expertise to develop one of the first White Label Internet Service Providers (ISP) in collaboration with Fujitsu Telecom. This project was a pioneering step in diversifying Darty's service offerings and expanding its market reach.Digital Broadcasting Development:- Drove business development initiatives for digital broadcasting, specifically for local channels. My efforts were instrumental in the transformation of Télif into NRJ Paris on the TNT (Digital Terrestrial Television) channel, marking a significant milestone in local broadcasting.Multimedia Strategy for Arval PHH (UK):- Formulated and executed a comprehensive multimedia strategy for Arval PHH in the UK. This strategy later evolved into a global framework for Arval Group, a part of BNP Paribas, significantly enhancing their digital capabilities and global presence.

In my capacity as CEO at CanalNumédia, a subsidiary of the renowned Canal Plus Group, I led a series of pioneering digital initiatives that marked significant milestones in the European digital media landscape:Launching Europe’s First VOD Service (Early 2002): I spearheaded the launch of KioskCiné, which later evolved into CanalPlay ([www.canalplay.com](http://www.canalplay.com)). This was a groundbreaking achievement, positioning us as a leader in the Video on Demand (VOD) space in Europe.Innovating with the First Multi-Device Replay Info Service (September 2001): My leadership saw the inception of a trailblazing multi-device replay information service, accessible via web and mobile on PDA, through [www.itele.fr](http://www.itele.fr). This initiative was a forerunner in delivering news content across diverse digital platforms.International Expansion of Allociné: I oversaw the growth and international development of Allociné, elevating it to become the premier movie website. This involved strategic planning and execution to capture a global audience.Significant Audience Growth for Canalplus.com: Under my guidance, [Canalplus.com](http://Canalplus.com) experienced an unprecedented 500% growth in audience in just one year (2001), a testament to our effective digital strategies and content appeal.These achievements underscore my commitment to innovation and excellence in the digital media sector, where I successfully led teams to break new ground and set industry standards in content delivery and digital service offerings.

Paris Area, France

As a Co-Founder and Chief Digital Officer of the NRJ Group's digital subsidiary, I led a multitude of innovative initiatives and strategic partnerships, significantly advancing the group's digital presence:Innovation Management: Spearheaded the development and management of various innovative technologies such as Internet broadcasting, Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB), Digital Terrestrial Television (TNT), and connected car systems. This involved overseeing the integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance our digital media offerings.Multimedia Strategy & Partnership Development: Devised and executed a comprehensive multimedia strategy, cultivating valuable partnerships with major industry players like SFR, Siemens, Microsoft, Volvo, and Citroen. These collaborations were instrumental in expanding our technological capabilities and market reach.European Digital Products Coordination: Coordinated the development and management of all digital products across the NRJ Group at a European level. This role required a harmonized approach to product development and strategy, ensuring consistency and excellence across all digital platforms and regions.

Paris Area, France

Marketing & Digital product, printing, CD/ROM, Internet.Clients: L'Oréal Paysans Bretons Croky UnileverFirst Marketing CD Rom for Studio Line - L'Oréal.

Paris Area, France

First French private agency in Marketing Operations. Clients: Coca Cola, Mercedes Fralib Unilever Kraft General Food DanoneGranini

Clients: La Bande des Cradots, Tokaï, Kanterbraü, Hotel Plaza.