Laurent Roussel

Laurent Roussel is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in corporate finance and business development. Currently serving as Senior Director and Head of Corporate Finance for Fitch Ratings since October 2010, Laurent Roussel leads teams across French-speaking regions, achieving remarkable revenue growth by multiplying revenue 18 times and consistently surpassing annual targets. Previous roles include Regional Manager for Algorithmics, Business Development Manager for Misys Plc, Solution Sales Specialist at Reuters, and Business Analyst at Credit Lyonnais. Laurent Roussel also has a background in managing EDP at the French Embassy in Beijing. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in Finance from Sciences Po, an engineering degree in Computer Science from ESIEA, and a position as a visiting lecturer in Finance and Business Development at NEOMA Business School.