Benjamin Calimez

Benjamin Calimez has a diverse work experience in various industries. Benjamin started their career as a Business Analyst at The Economist Intelligence Unit in 2008. Benjamin then worked as an Auditor Trainee at Ernst & Young and as a Trainee Analyst at Groupe Casino in 2009. In 2010, they joined OTIS GmbH & Co.OHG as a Financial Analyst Trainee and later moved to EY as a Senior Consultant in Audit & Transaction Advisory Services.

From 2013 to 2014, Benjamin worked as a Project Manager for HOWRAH SOUTH POINT, an Indian NGO, through Fidesco. Benjamin then joined Leroy Merlin in 2014 and held multiple roles including Business Unit Manager, Store Managing Director, and currently as Omnichannel Business Marketing Director.

In addition to their role at Leroy Merlin, Benjamin is a Shareholder at Time for the Planet and a Participant in the Promotion 2022/2023 at the Convention des Entreprises pour le Climat.

In 2022, Benjamin joined Beem Energy as Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships. Benjamin'smain responsibilities include developing the platform strategy, building the ecosystem and business models, and implementing operational success for the company's development in France and abroad.

Benjamin Calimez completed their education at several institutions over the years. From 2001 to 2004, they attended Lycée Pierre d'Ailly and obtained a Baccalauréat scientifique with a mention bien, specializing in Mathematics. In 2004, they enrolled at Institution Saint Jean Douai Prépa HEC, where they pursued a Classe préparatoire HEC, focusing on Mathematics, Economics, and Foreign languages, completing it in 2006.

In the same year, Benjamin started their studies at ESCP Business School, where they pursued three Diplomes: Programme Grande école, Msc of Management, and Kaufmann. The field of study for these degrees is not specified. During this time, they also enrolled at City, University of London and earned a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Business Administration and Management, General.

Additionally, Benjamin pursued a Diplom Kaufmann (MBA - Germany) at Freie Universität Berlin from 2006 to 2010, although the specific field of study is not provided.

To further enhance their skills and knowledge, Benjamin Calimez obtained several certifications. In 2018, they obtained an MBTI certification from EDHEC Executive Education & MBAs. In 2019, they acquired a certification in Management de la sécurité: les fondamentaux from ETSCAF. In 2021, they obtained certifications in Méthode SCRUM (agilité) from onepoint and Management et Performance durable from Institut Fontaine.