Strategic leader with 10 years of experience in entrepreneurship, social impact, and fundraising, raising over CHF 2M for LGBTIQ+ initiatives. MBA holder and PhD candidate in Humane Entrepreneurship. Experienced coach for nonprofits and SMEs, with expertise in financial strategy, business development and social impact. Passionate about diversity and LGBTIQ+ inclusion. Vice-President of Be You Network.
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Phd CandidateUniversite De Lorraine Nov 2020 - PresentNancy Area, FranceTitle : Entrepreneuriat Humain: Un levier pour renforcer la performance globale des PME ? • Conducting research on "Humane Entrepreneurship" as a lever to strengthen the performance of SMEs,under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Christophe Schmitt (IAE Metz/CEREFIGE) and Prof. Dr. Rico Baldegger (School of Management Fribourg)• Presented research findings at 3 international doctoral consortiums and 3 global conferences.• Published 2 peer-reviewed articles in international… Show more Title : Entrepreneuriat Humain: Un levier pour renforcer la performance globale des PME ? • Conducting research on "Humane Entrepreneurship" as a lever to strengthen the performance of SMEs,under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Christophe Schmitt (IAE Metz/CEREFIGE) and Prof. Dr. Rico Baldegger (School of Management Fribourg)• Presented research findings at 3 international doctoral consortiums and 3 global conferences.• Published 2 peer-reviewed articles in international academic journals. Show less -
Vice President (Since 2020), Former Entrepreneurship Lead & Fundraising Manager (2014-2019)Be You Network Feb 2015 - PresentRégion De Genève, Suisse• Trained over 150 nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs on gender and LGBTIQ+ inclusion, entrepreneurialdevelopment, market validation and growth strategies.• Co-designed an online platform to help social entrepreneurs validate their business ideas through real-time market feedback.• Led the BAM Open Innovation Programme, supporting companies in solving strategic challenges through external innovation solutions.• Delivered workshops on product-market fit, lean startup… Show more • Trained over 150 nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs on gender and LGBTIQ+ inclusion, entrepreneurialdevelopment, market validation and growth strategies.• Co-designed an online platform to help social entrepreneurs validate their business ideas through real-time market feedback.• Led the BAM Open Innovation Programme, supporting companies in solving strategic challenges through external innovation solutions.• Delivered workshops on product-market fit, lean startup methodology, and digital marketing at institutions like MassChallenge, CREA and the University of Geneva (UNIGE).• Raised over CHF 2M in grants, ensuring the financial sustainability of Be You Network.• Developed and executed financial strategies, grant applications, and final reports, contributing to the growth and impact of LGBTIQ+ and gender-related programs.• Led financial and operational planning, internal and external communications, budgeting, and impact evaluation.• Successfully transitioned to the Vice President role in 2020, overseeing governance and strategic initiatives. Show less -
Key Publications & Speaking EngagementsFreelance Jan 2016 - Jun 2024Presented a scientific publication at Geneva Fribourg Entrepreneurship Forum (Juin 2024). Trained 20 managers at JCI Nord Vaudois on « Supers-psychos VS Supers-Héros" in Yverdon-les-Bains (March 2024).Presented a scientific publication at the ICSB World Congress 2023 in South Korea (July 2023).Co-author of the book "Controlling et Analytique RH » – Chapter 4: Diversity Indicators (January 2023)Presented my research project on humane entrepreneurship at the… Show more Presented a scientific publication at Geneva Fribourg Entrepreneurship Forum (Juin 2024). Trained 20 managers at JCI Nord Vaudois on « Supers-psychos VS Supers-Héros" in Yverdon-les-Bains (March 2024).Presented a scientific publication at the ICSB World Congress 2023 in South Korea (July 2023).Co-author of the book "Controlling et Analytique RH » – Chapter 4: Diversity Indicators (January 2023)Presented my research project on humane entrepreneurship at the CIFEPME 2022 world Congress in Lyon (October 2022).Jury Member for BØWIE Gender Incubator launch event in Bern (April 2019) and Final (November 2021).Lecturer MA at CREA Business School (Geneva) on Growth Hacking and Product-Market Fit for Master in Innovation Business.Diversity and corporate culture workshop at MassChallenge (2018) titled « An Inclusive Corporate Culture ».Workshop on Product-Market Fit and Growth Hacking at MassChallenge (2018), with 22 participants from major companies and startups.Roundtable organized by HES-SO Geneva Equal Opportunities Service on equality and diversity in the workplace (December 2017).Facilitated a diversity and corporate culture workshop at Voisins105 during Entrepreneurship Week (November 2017).Interviewed by "Bilan" magazine about D&I at work and includeed project, article published on May 24, 2017.Spoke at the 30th Basic Training Course for Fundamental Rights Action by Codap (April 2017).Workshop on LGBTiQ+ inclusion at the Swiss Youth Activities Council (CSAJ) annual meeting in Bern (October 2016).Growth Hacking workshop at UNI-GE, focusing on digital acquisition strategies (January 2016). Show less
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Co-Founder & Chief Success OfficerBam: Test Your Startup Idea Digitally Aug 2017 - Apr 2019Geneva Area, Switzerland• Co-designed an online platform to help entrepreneurs test the potential of their business ideas• Led the "Open Innovation Programme" to assist companies in solving strategic needs through external innovations • Delivered workshops at MassChallenge and the University of Geneva (UNIGE)• Trained 50+ entrepreneurs on product-market fit, lean startup, and digital marketing through 2-days Boot Camps • Planned and managed training programs• Managed the administrative operations of the… Show more • Co-designed an online platform to help entrepreneurs test the potential of their business ideas• Led the "Open Innovation Programme" to assist companies in solving strategic needs through external innovations • Delivered workshops at MassChallenge and the University of Geneva (UNIGE)• Trained 50+ entrepreneurs on product-market fit, lean startup, and digital marketing through 2-days Boot Camps • Planned and managed training programs• Managed the administrative operations of the company Show less -
Co-Founder, Product Manager & Head Of DevelopmentIncludeed Feb 2015 - Apr 2018Région De Genève, Suisse- Co-developed the overall strategic vision and actively managed product development, compiling 150+ studies on diversity and inclusion (D&I) while leading R&D efforts.- Developed platform features and technical content, including digital tools, specific algorithms, Community Guidelines, FAQ section and process flows; created mockups for the online platform and website; creation of 100 company profiles.- Supervised technical teams and oversaw the development of a user engagement… Show more - Co-developed the overall strategic vision and actively managed product development, compiling 150+ studies on diversity and inclusion (D&I) while leading R&D efforts.- Developed platform features and technical content, including digital tools, specific algorithms, Community Guidelines, FAQ section and process flows; created mockups for the online platform and website; creation of 100 company profiles.- Supervised technical teams and oversaw the development of a user engagement strategy for the platform.- Created landing pages and launched over 100 digital growth campaigns, generating 20K+ leads and achieving significant traction in the D&I space.- Conducted user tests and focus groups, and presented campaign results and insights.- Managed social media accounts (Twitter: 6K, Instagram: 3K, Facebook: 1K), and contributed to the recruitment process.- Played a key role in fundraising efforts, including the successful execution of a CHF 30K crowdfundingstrategy. - Took part in entrepreneurial competitions like Venture Kick and MassChallenge Switzerland.- Organized stands and managed contacts at World HR Tech Congress (2016, Paris) and Viva Tech Congress (2017, Paris).- Delivered workshops at institutions such as UNIGE, MassChallenge Switzerland, and Espace de Co-working Voisins 105. Show less -
Master Thesis ProjectSchool Of Management Of Fribourg (Heg) Jan 2015 - Sep 2015FribourgMaster’s thesis: "Business Model Innovation: Lessons from Comparing Academic andPractitioners' Perspectives.Key results published in the Journal of Business Models (2018, Vol. 6, No. 2, pp.19-24) and presented at major international conferences, including DRUID 2017 (New York), EURAM 2017 (Glasgow), ICEIRD 2017 (Thessaloniki), ICBMI 2017 (Venice), Digitalization 2016 (Ljubljana), Invest Horizon 2015 (Lisbon), Coinvest Venture Days 2015 (Nova Gorica), and ACERE 2015 (Queensland) -
Coach For The "Impact" ProgramAshoka Switzerland Apr 2014 - Oct 2014SuisseAshoka is an international organization with the mission to shape a global, entrepreneurial, competitive citizen sector: one that allows social entrepreneurs to thrive and enables the world's citizens to think and act as changemakers. In 2012, Ashoka Switzerland launched its "Impact" program, whose aim is essentially to boost the development of highly innovative social organizations, in order to make them successful and ensure their growth. In 2014, 10 swiss organizations with a high… Show more Ashoka is an international organization with the mission to shape a global, entrepreneurial, competitive citizen sector: one that allows social entrepreneurs to thrive and enables the world's citizens to think and act as changemakers. In 2012, Ashoka Switzerland launched its "Impact" program, whose aim is essentially to boost the development of highly innovative social organizations, in order to make them successful and ensure their growth. In 2014, 10 swiss organizations with a high potential were selected as finalists by Ashoka Switzerland to take part to its 6-months program : Trainings and individual mentoring by 3 coaches with some strong business skills in order to structure their development strategy and build a viable business model, able to both generate revenues and optimize their social impact. I was assigned to coach "Invisible Experience" (Ex:"LGBT Youth Switzerland"), a national non-for-profit swiss organization involved in Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender issues. After 5 months of strong coaching sessions (3 hours per week), we finally won the Second Prize of the programme during the final judging, as well as the Public Choice Award. Show less -
Supply ChainIkea Group Oct 2011 - Sep 2014Région De Lausanne, SuisseTeam work aimed to optimize supply chain at its last step - transfer of sold goods to respective customers - by maximizing the use of existing resources, by improving quality and satisfaction, by reducing waiting time and the number of broken merchandises, and finally by optimizing the stockage of goods in a warehouse of more than 5'000m2 until the final sale to customers. This experience was my student job during my Bachelor's Degree, during which I worked as a part-time employee at… Show more Team work aimed to optimize supply chain at its last step - transfer of sold goods to respective customers - by maximizing the use of existing resources, by improving quality and satisfaction, by reducing waiting time and the number of broken merchandises, and finally by optimizing the stockage of goods in a warehouse of more than 5'000m2 until the final sale to customers. This experience was my student job during my Bachelor's Degree, during which I worked as a part-time employee at 40%, despite the fact that my academic cursus was a full-time one (100%). This job was a real opportunity for me to work for a big multinational company, in order to understand how organization, processes and innovation combine inside this type of giant structure, and to connect this experience with my business studies. Also, I wrote my Bachelor work for the Supply Chain Management of IKEA Aubonne, with the following title : "Analysis of the Supply Chain Management of IKEA Aubonne and development of a strategy to optimize costs related to broken goods and out of stock." Show less -
Internship In Finance & AdministrationFriderici Spécial S.A. Aug 2009 - Jul 2010Région De Lausanne, SuisseFriderici Spécial S.A. is a swiss transport company, with a family-oriented corporate culture, specialized in the "non-conventionnal transports". The company has for example the required infrastructures to convey some wind turbines or electric transformers, or other very heavy, long, large or high merchandises. My internship at Friderici Spécial was aimed to provide me a first professional experience in a business department, in order to access the High School of Business of the "Canton… Show more Friderici Spécial S.A. is a swiss transport company, with a family-oriented corporate culture, specialized in the "non-conventionnal transports". The company has for example the required infrastructures to convey some wind turbines or electric transformers, or other very heavy, long, large or high merchandises. My internship at Friderici Spécial was aimed to provide me a first professional experience in a business department, in order to access the High School of Business of the "Canton de Vaud" (requires an internship of, at least, 9 months). I worked in the finance departement, where I was in charge of many tasks related to the accounting and the taxing. Also, I made a full analysis of the discounts and credit notes granted by Friderici Spécial in order to point out the important revenue losses. Finally, I provided new solutions to optimize the important costs related to truck tires. Show less
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Business English Certificate (Bec)
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Zoran Bjelic attended Haute École De Gestion Fribourg (Heg-Fr), Heig-Vd, Digital Active By Google, University Of Cambridge.
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