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Description

Event and communication professional with over 15 years of experience in the design and production of large-scale projects in France and internationally. Expert in operational management, budget management, and coordination of multidisciplinary teams, I support institutions, brands, and partners in creating unique experiences, combining creativity, organizational rigor, and interpersonal skills.

Languages

French
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Spanish
Fluent

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Paris (up to 50km), Strasbourg (up to 50km), Colmar (up to 50km), Bordeaux (up to 10km)

BENAZO GRENIER & ASSOCIES
Founder - Event Consulting · Arts & Crafts · Excellence · Institutional Relations
August 2021 - Today (4 years and 10 months)
Paris, France
BG & A. (BENAZO GRENIER & Associates) designs and orchestrates your events, in whole or à la carte, seeking the optimal balance between economic performance and social, environmental, and societal commitments.

As a specialist in event engineering, BG&A supports you in creating a lasting footprint — low carbon —, sustainable influence, and a resolutely positive experience.
Event Organization Event Logistics Event Organization Event Management Project and Team Management
Réunion des Musées Nationaux - Grand Palais
Operations / Director of Events and Operations of the Grand Palais - Buildings Department
CULTURE
November 2013 - March 2021 (7 years and 4 months)
Paris, France
Within the Grand Palais – Rmn, I supported patrons, partners, institutions, and internal teams in the design and implementation of their events, whether exceptional or confidential. This mission involved the simultaneous management of multiple operations (openings, inaugurations, conferences, filming, etc.) and complete supervision of event production, including in crisis management contexts.

Main responsibilities
• Management of the general coordination of technical, logistical, and protocol arrangements.
• Definition of project feasibility with internal teams and support for clients.
• Management of schedules and preparation of quotes for additional services.
• Selection and management of service providers, implementation of specific arrangements.
• Technical and regulatory studies, including the drafting and validation of fire safety notices.
• Institutional and protocol liaison with the cabinet director and the leadership of various ministries for the organization of official events.
• Relations with the Paris Police Prefecture and the City of Paris, particularly for large-scale public events.
• Supervision of filming within the Grand Palais.

Types of events managed
• Fashion shows and trade fairs
• Openings and inaugurations
• Conferences and breakfasts
• Cocktails and private parties
• Exhibitions and concerts
• Race starts and sporting events
• Audiovisual filming

A rich experience, combining mastery of event production, protocol coordination, and complex operational management, allowing for responses to various challenges – from high international visibility to confidential formats – while ensuring safety, fluidity, and quality.
Event Logistics Event Production Hospitality Public Relations Event Organization
B.A.L.L.
Production Director
November 2010 - July 2019 (8 years and 8 months)
Île-de-France, France
Freelance – Event Production - Consultant / B.A.L.L.
2010 - Present
Art Capital 2025 – Grand Palais / 64th European Trade Fair – Grand Palais – 2024 / iGEM – Grand Jamboree 2023-2024 – Paris Expo Porte de Versailles / Corail Artefact – 2018-2021 / Ricard Foundation for Contemporary Art / British Council – LONDON 2012 / CCAS of the Electrical and Gas Industries – 2011 / FIAC – 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 Editions.
Event Production Event Organization