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I have 15 years of experience in the digital and innovation sector, specializing in supporting and managing high-impact startup operations. I have expertise in developing and implementing strategic plans, including supporting 6 startups in the acceleration phase at 212 Founders.
I also acquired skills in international project management and execution at LaunchX as Country Manager during the launch of Tourba (Carbon Farming startup) in Nigeria, and in coordinating the deployment of Bee2link (automotive industry software) in 10 European countries.
Furthermore, I am Franco-Argentinian and recognized for my adaptability and ability to work within diverse cultures. I have worked for 7 years in Latin America (Mexico, Argentina), 4 years in France, and 4 years in Morocco.
Spanish
Native or bilingual
Portuguese
Conversational
English
Fluent
French
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
Paris (up to 50km)
Experience
- LaunchXEntrepreneur in ResidenceJanuary 2024 - Today (2 years and 5 months)Casablanca, MoroccoLaunchX is the Venture Builder as a service of InnovX Venture Builder. We deliver Entrepreneurial Support, Advisory, Innovation and Technology Consulting in key sectors such as Water/Agriculture, Energy, Chemicals, Social Innovation, and Digital in Africa.• Business Maturity Assessment & Growth RoadmapDiagnose the maturity of each business to identify growth barriers.Develop tailored support roadmaps to accelerate scaling and operational efficiency.• Market Validation & Risk Mitigation:Design and execute market pilot experiments to test and refine business models.Identify and mitigate key risks before full-scale launch, ensuring market viability.• Investment Readiness & Operational ExcellencePrepare teams for investment committee presentations with compelling business cases.• Workshops’ creation and animation to promote an entrepreneurial mindset.
- 212 FoundersSenior Entrepreneur AdvisorJanuary 2021 - April 2023 (2 years and 3 months)Casablanca, GC, MoroccoSelecting, mentoring and investing in Moroccan startups within the 212 Founders Program, backed by CDG Invest. Coaching of Startups in portfolio to challenge and help to develop their strategy, scale their business, increase their notoriety.Startup Selection, Mentorship & Investment monitoring• Startup Selection & InvestmentIdentify and evaluate high-potential Moroccan startups for investment within the 212 Founders Program, backed by CDG Invest.Support fundraising efforts and ensure startups meet investment criteria.• Strategic Coaching & Growth AccelerationMentor portfolio startups to refine their business strategy, optimize operations, and achieve sustainable scaling.Provide hands-on guidance in market positioning, business development, and scaling strategies.• Brand Development & Market ImpactHelp startups increase their notoriety and market visibility through strategic branding and communication.Support founders in navigating challenges and building investor confidence.
- bee2linkKey Account Project Manager - PSAOctober 2019 - June 2020 (8 months)Île-de-France, FranceEnsure the management of projects carried out on behalf of PSA.• Lead and manage projects in their entirety: from specification to delivery then to the piloting and industrialization stages with the brands' distribution network.• Management of the deployment of Bee2link tools on the PSA network in Europe (Spain, Belgium, Italy).
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Education
- Master in Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Project Development - Business CreationESCP EUROPE2009Mastère Spécialisé Innover & Entreprendre , Développement de projet - Création d'entreprise