Early-stage startup and fund scouting, with a bias for deep tech solving infrastructure (climate tech, healthcare, education & storytelling, sustainable construction, mobility, space, civic) & inclusive entrepreneurs

Loire Valley economic development agency

Factory Berlin, Sónar+D, and Beats by Dr. Dre are having an open call for Berlin-based and global artists who would like to participate in their 2nd edition Artist in Residence program. http://www.factoryberlin.com/artist-residencyThe residency supports artists exploring new lines of inquiry intersecting technology & society. The aim of this program is to facilitate dialog, partnership, and collaboration at the intersection of technology and exploratory arts. By focusing on this synthesis, the program empowers artists to create work which inspires shifts in perspective and cross-collaboration.The selection process will be determined by a panel of local & global leaders in various industries from music, business, art, science, technology or social impact. Artists, scientists, researchers, professors, musicians, developers, and startups are welcome to apply. Art creates a bridge between people and society and offers critical thinking.Factory Berlin is an ecosystem of over 3,500 members from more than 70 nations and is supported by partners like Riverside Studios Berlin, Sonar+D, Google for Startups, CODE University, and Hackerbay.

Voxiebox is the world's leader in interactive Volumetric 3D display technology.Thanks to its color cutting edge 3D holographic technology, Voxiebox enables multi-user face-to-face interactions around physically three-dimensional digital content, allowing for a truly social and uniquely engaging user experience.With a focus on entertainment, creative, education and industrial applications, Voxiebox is unlocking the potential of the post 2D and stereo 3D display age.Our flagship platform puts the power of true spatial expression into the hands of game designers, educational developers, and visual artists at a price point and quality level never before available in the marketplace.

The Concord of the Oceans...Thanks to its gigantic hydrofoils, which propulsed its 7 tons into a powerful “flying” sailboat, its record-breaking speed was known to reach 102 km/h (55+ nautical miles / hour.)

AI platform that helps save lives by optimizing medical prescriptions. Our team is involved since the beginning of the coronavirus crisis by developing initiatives that guarantee reliable and up-to-date drug information: - a web app that allows to quickly and easily check if a medication may contribute to worsen their condition: covid19-drugs.org A localized version was launched with the French gouvernement and we we able to help 350,000+ people in the first 9 days - A dedicated platform for COVERAGE clinical trial (1,000+ patients COVID-19 at home) to help physicians check and secure in real-time the different treatment compatibilities. My area of focus:- Global Strategy (Corporate Development, GTM & Strategic Alliances)- Leadership Growth

Early stage investments in capital-efficient startups, leveraging new technologies or business models, offering “must have” vs “nice to have” products or services, hq'd in the Bay Area.Focusing on deal origination and due diligence.Current interest include:- Exceptional, transparent and communicative team of executionists- Platform-as-a-service, Marketplace, Hardware, innovative business models- AR, VR, IoT, Mobile, Blockchain, AI- Infrastructure, Clean Tech, Sustainability, Communication, Storytelling, Empathy, Civic, Personal Finance, Wellness

- Producing innovative Creative Technology solutions for organizations who work hard at ensuring a positive environmental, social and civic future. - Managing a diverse team of smart, hard-working and passionate experienced designers, architects and developers.

http://www.fierceonlinevideo.com/story/streamnation-acquires-picturelife-shifting-toward-one-stop-shop-streaming-m/2015-01-29Corporate Development, M&A

We publish FireChat, the first off-the-grid mobile messaging app.(No internet nor cellular coverage needed)

Focus on SxSW in Austin, TX.

Ridehack is the place to carpool your way to your favorite events.Thanks to its fun interface, useful features, smooth integration with Facebook and partnerships with tons of events, Ridehack makes it easy to learn about your fellow ridehackers, spot or create cool events, coordinate your ride share and split the gas money.Together, let's...SAVE MONEY | SAVE THE PLANET | MEET PEOPLERecommended by Burning Man!As seen as on the Rachel Maddow Show, Wall Street Journal, The Observer...

The think thank company that brought you Walk Score...Leverage Tech and Media for the purpose of Civic Innovation and Disruption.

New Media Ventures is the first national network of angel investors supporting media and tech startups that disrupt politics and catalyze progressive change. We look for non-profits and for profits with scalable business models to create lasting progressive impact.Our members are investors and donors who want to get closely involved with young organizations – as lead investors, advisors, or board members– to ensure that these startups have the human and financial capital they need to succeed.

Provides creative strategies and business development to digital, mobile, media and entertainment clients: such as Zingy (acquired for $80m), Baracoda, Scanbuy, 321-GO, CAID productions, iNDiGO TV, 123people (40M unique / month - sold to PagesJaunes), AdopteUnMec (#2 dating site in France).Latest clients included: Dailycred, which provides simple social authentification and Nimia, a platform for premium cinematographers to manage, license and archive motion picture assets.

Launched consumer-facing comparison shopping engine providing eco-friendly information• Devised strategy for global roll-out.• Brought on and managed developers and project manager• Lead interface design architecture.• Developed positioning, visuals, and USP for Ecolada brand.• Established relationships with EPA and other eco-labels to access and aggregate their data

Responsible for licensing Scanbuy’s patented technology (barcode scanning via camera phones) • Managed marketing team of four. • Segmented core technology into four channel-specific offerings: content providers, mass media, consumers, telcos. • Executed targeted campaigns for each segment including collateral, tradeshows, and social media/web presence. • Managed international PR campaign resulting in numerous press and TV appearances including Fox News. • Entered into agreements with major online merchants and comparison shopping sites such as Shopping.com.

Baracoda™ delivers innovative solutions that facilitate and accelerate the integration of Bluetooth® wireless technology in electronic devices. Baracoda™ provides innovative Bluetooth® certified wireless barcode scanners.Managed distribution network serving VARs and master distributors to develop sales of innovative wireless data capture devices • Developed a network of resellers within the US, Canada, and South America. • Responsible for reseller education resulting in triple-digit channel growth. • Responsible for P&L of US subsidiary. • Managed cross-functional team of four people.

Business association for women involved in the high-tech industry (200+ members).

Edited a weekly e-newsletter (press review) about interactive marketing (e-mail & mobile market) published by Buongiorno (FR).

Leading publishing portal (French equivalent of CNET.com). Owned by Groupe Tests, the leading IT publishing group with 10+ magazines (subsidiary of Vivendi Universal at the time).• Coordinated strategic partnerships• Managed on/off-line promotion operations and communication• Created e-mail opt-in database• Planned and executed business development activities,including monetization models (revenue sharing, mobile phone customization channel, pay-as-you-go services)

Helped build & grow interactive agency Orange Art's new department: Orange Ad, specialized in digital marketing and advertising:• Designed and produced Orange Ad’s offering• Developed programs which increases traffic to website(through targeted advertising campaigns, innovative games, viral marketing; attracted "blue-chip" clients such as Siemens, Europcar, L'Oreal)• Leveraged network and industry contacts to generate new business and partnerships• Led the team that designed and released the new version of Orange Ad's website• Managed large accounts daily such as Siemens and managed relationships with our consultants, technical staff and media planners.>>> 1.5M-EUR in the 1st year

Set up UK structure and website.Coded and launched e-greeting site, acquired by LibertySurf/Tiscali.

Based in London, clients such as: • Forensic Science Service (Scotland Yard's equivalent of CSI):Web positioning / SEO (Search Engine Optimization)• Provecta Online Ltd - web agency: - Web positioning of several websites. - Marketing, promotion, ad campaigns and PR• Global Beach Group - new media & software development agencyJaguar's corporate website: image optimization