Adrien Pinelli

Adrien Pinelli is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in international relations and public affairs. Currently serving as Managing Director and Head of Middle East and Global Public Affairs at Eurazeo since March 2024, responsibilities include strengthening partnerships with Middle Eastern countries and investing in innovative companies across Europe. Prior to this role, Adrien was the number two at the Ambassade de France en Algérie from August 2020 to March 2024, focusing on enhancing Franco-Algerian relations. Earlier experience includes serving as Deputy Director for the Middle East at the Ministère des Affaires étrangères et du Développement international, where oversight focused on Saudi Arabia, the Gulf, Iran, and Iraq, along with a role in the Secretariat General at French Foreign Affairs. Adrien's career began at the Banque Mondiale as Head of Operations from April 2010 to April 2013. Academic credentials include studies at ENA - Ecole nationale d'administration and Sciences Po, complemented by a background in humanities from the Ecole normale supérieure.