Philippe
COO/Managing Director - France - iCEO #5078

Experience

Founder of 2 services company based on technology. Managing Director of telecommunication and internet company. Expertise on managing change in large and small company. More than 12-year experience in sales and marketing in international B to B service.

Major Achievements

In 2000 I become Managing Director of a 80 persons company that lost 7 MEuros per year. 5 main activities: Internet access provider, generalist internet portal, specialised portal, consulting, internet billing system. I restrucured the company to reach positive EBITDA within one year. I stoped non profitable activities such as international subsidiaries, negociated new agreements with subcontractors, sold one subsidiary and reduced the team by 30 persons. I kept 2 activities, generalist portal and internet billing system.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

IT/Computer Hardware

Telecommunications

venture capitalist

Professional Objectives

Function: Managing Director

Sector: Service

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: France

Countries Covered

France

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Professional)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Close down or sell off (Professional)

Pre or post investment audit (Professional)