Karl Bou Abboud

Karl Bou Abboud is an experienced product leader with a strong background in data science and business analytics. Currently serving as the Head of Product at Faks since January 2022, Karl previously held the role of Senior Product Manager at Hivency, where responsibilities included driving product strategy, overseeing product launches, and managing a development squad. Prior to Hivency, Karl co-founded Yokimi, an EdTech startup that developed an AI chatbot for teaching mathematics, achieving over 100,000 users and receiving support from BPI Bourse French Tech. Additional experience includes internships in data science and business intelligence at Criteo and Jovago.com, respectively, along with leadership roles in charitable initiatives and early professional experiences in project management. Karl holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics in Data Science from CentraleSupélec and a Master’s in Data Science and Business Analytics from ESSEC Business School.