Damien BRAUD is a finance professional with extensive experience in investment management and private equity. Currently serving as the Head of Nature Based Solutions at Ardian since February 2024, Damien previously held various leadership roles at PROPARCO from March 2012 to March 2024, including Head of Private Equity for Africa/Middle East and Regional Representative for East Africa. Damien's career also includes a tenure as an Investment Manager at Amundi Private Equity from March 2006 to February 2012, and an Analyst at AXA Private Equity in 2004-2005. Academically, Damien holds a Master in Finance Internationale from HEC Paris and has education from Télécom SudParis and Ste Geneviève.