Laurent Prat

Laurent Prat is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in cloud solutions and architecture. Currently serving as a Senior Solutions Architect at Databricks, Laurent focuses on assisting customers with complex data challenges through Lakehouse, AI, and ML technology. Prior to this role, Laurent worked as a Cloud Consultant at ELCA Cloud Services, where strong DevOps skills and effective communication were emphasized, ensuring high customer satisfaction. Laurent's expertise further expanded at Swisscom as a Cloud Specialist, contributing to cloud adoption strategies and managing customer relations. Previous positions include Cloud Architect at BRAMS, where Laurent leveraged Google Cloud technologies, and CEO/CTO of MailWatcher, a company specializing in email technologies. Laurent also has experience as a Country Manager for Unipower Systems in France and began a career as an IT analyst at Unilever. Educational qualifications include a DESS in IT from Pierre and Marie Curie University.