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Strategic Partner
Maison Perrin I Innovation & StrategyStrategic Partner
May. 2025Advising brands and startups on sustainable material innovation and integration. I help teams quickly identify the right solutions, bring them to market, and scale with impact. Focus areas: • Product strategy and commercialization • Next-gen material integration • Go-to-market execution and partnerships Based in the Bay Area, working globally.
Director of Product, Reishi
MycoWorksDirector of Product, Reishi
Jan. 2024 - Apr. 2025San Francisco Bay Area• Bring clear product vision and strategic targets to life, translating them into actionable goals for the team to drive business growth and innovation. • Lead cross-functional teams across the globe, including product development, quality assurance, and process development, to define and execute the product vision for a rapidly growing startup, driving key product initiatives. • Spearhead the development and launch of all Reishi™ skus including the latest Reishi™ Aura • Lead strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including sales, marketing, and communication teams, to ensure product-market fit and optimize customer adoption. • Coach cross-functional team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration. • Oversee the entire process of developing key product features, ensuring everything is delivered on time and meets high-quality standards.
Senior Product Development Manager
MycoWorksSenior Product Development Manager
Jan. 2022 - Dec. 2024San Francisco Bay AreaLed a R&D team— PhD-level scientists—focused on short-term product development initiatives designed to accelerate business growth and deliver rapid market impact.
Product Manager
MycoWorksProduct Manager
May. 2021 - Dec. 2022San Francisco Bay Area
Concept Store Founder and Curator
Gazette StoreConcept Store Founder and Curator
Apr. 2018 - Jun. 2021San Francisco Bay AreaThe first French concept store opened its doors in Hayes Valley, San Francisco in May 2018 and has been growing its loyal customer base throughout the US ever since. www.gazette-store.com Gazette works like a magazine that is zooming on selected sustainable labels according to the Gazette's criteria. Gazette spreads the word about its selection while telling the unique story behind each brand. The name Gazette refers to the article that is displayed on the point of sale as each selected brand has its own space and display to better transmit their values and style.
Leather Tanning Guest Speaker
April in ParisLeather Tanning Guest Speaker
Feb. 2017 - May. 2021San Francisco Bay AreaLeading seminars on Leather tanning processes for April in Paris 's students. Teaching about the different tanning methods, how tanning affects different types of leather, the importance of finishing as well as the regulations of European Tanneries.
CEO & Founder
SOFRANCISCO.comCEO & Founder
Jan. 2015 - Apr. 2018Région de la baie de San Francisco, États-UnisFounder and CEO of SOFRANCISCO, the very first brand dedicated to offer modern and high-end leather-good accessories for your tech devices. Introducing SOF Case- With its modern and minimalist design, SOF Case has incorporated design codes of the leather-good industry together with French savoir-faire and Italian leather. Available on sofrancisco.com
Materials Strategy Consultant
Charlotte Leather ConsultingMaterials Strategy Consultant
Nov. 2014 - Dec. 2015Région de la baie de San Francisco, États-UnisLed high-impact leather consulting projects for global brands across fashion, consumer electronics, and wearable technology sectors, including collaboration with a large-scale multinational in the consumer electronics industry. Areas of Expertise: • Supplier Sourcing: Identified and onboarded tanneries and leather goods manufacturers tailored to each client’s technical, aesthetic, and sustainability requirements. • Material Selection: Guided the selection of leathers aligned with clients’ design vision, performance expectations, and brand positioning. • Quality & Regulatory Standards: Defined and implemented rigorous quality protocols—including physical and chemical testing—while ensuring compliance with international chemical regulations. • Product Development: Collaborated closely with tanneries and manufacturers to develop bespoke leathers and innovative leather products. • Cost Optimization: Conducted design-to-cost analyses and reviewed tanning processes with suppliers to maximize value without compromising quality. • Production Oversight: Provided hands-on support during production phases to ensure consistency, quality, and timely delivery. • Quality Control Frameworks: Established clear quality control benchmarks in partnership with clients and manufacturing partners to guarantee product excellence.
International Business Development
GigyaInternational Business Development
Jun. 2014 - Jan. 2015Mountain ViewAmong the Best Development Representatives Mastering Lead Generation Tactics, Strategy and Numbers - Generation of Business Opportunities Beyond Target among Billion-Dollar Companies - Identification of dozens of New Accounts across southern Europe (France, Benelux, Italy and Spain) feeding the company CRM software database - Experimentation, Evaluation and Implementation of Faster Lead Generation Processes - Providing Valuable Customers feedbacks regarding Technology and Market
Founder
Upscale Shopping CartFounder
Apr. 2012 - Jun. 2014Région de la baie de San Francisco, États-UnisFounder of a new brand concept based on upscale personal shopping carts for the high-end retail market. Product and Brand conceptualisation according to current Eco-Friendly market trend • Business planning: Market Research (face to face and online) - Creation of a Distribution Model and a Revenue Building Strategy starting locally in San Francisco and aiming to expand worldwide. • 3D Product Design and Product Development using a 3D software: Design creation of an upscale and trendy cart inspired by the automotive industry design trends. • Strategic Sourcing worlwide in order to get the best quality and lead time production at the best price with reliable suppliers : stroller and luggage manufacturer research within USA, Asia and Europe. • Promotion of the brand and crowdfunding campaign run through Indiegogo.com using social medias (twitter, facebook, linkedin) and vimeo.com. Script writting and shooting of a video retracing the story of the brand and explaining the features of the high end carts. http://vimeo.com/60580015
Raw Materials Manager, Leather & Fabrics
LancelRaw Materials Manager, Leather & Fabrics
Feb. 2011 - Sep. 2011In charge of developing and purchasing leather and fabrics for all handbags and luggage in one of a leading luxury leather goods brand in France. • Industrial Development with the suppliers • New sourcing development (Europe) including approval of sources in line with company standards (quality, lead time production, social audits...) • Bringing costs to an optimized level using a multi-­‐sourcing policy • Quality Level Identification and quality checking upon production • Defining and Checking lead time production
Raw Materials Manager, Hardware
LancelRaw Materials Manager, Hardware
Jan. 2008 - Jan. 2011In charge of developing and purchasing hardware and plastic accessories for all handbags and luggage in one of a leading luxury leather goods brand in France. • Industrial Development with the suppliers • New sourcing development worldwide (Europe and Asia) including approval of sources in line with company standards (quality, lead time production, social audits…) • Bringing costs to an optimized level - Major results on price decreases • Quality Level Identification and quality checking upon production • Defining and Checking lead time production

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