Gaspard de Durand

Gaspard de Durand is an accomplished professional in venture capital and innovation, currently serving as a Ventures Analyst at Plug and Play Tech Center, a prominent early-stage VC fund and innovation platform. Prior experience includes a role as a Venture Capital Analyst at 50 Partners, supporting a diverse portfolio of startups, and consultancy work at B GARAGE, where Gaspard developed a go-to-market strategy for autonomous drone logistics. Prior to these positions, Gaspard gained valuable insights as a Startup Innovation Analyst at Bpifrance, contributing to the investment and development of French companies. Early career experiences include serving as a Founders Associate at Arioneo, focused on equine analytics. Gaspard holds a Master’s degree in Digital Transformation Management & Leadership from ESCP Business School and a Global BBA from ESSEC Business School, complemented by a double degree in Public & Business Administration from FGV in Brazil, along with a Baccalauréat with a specialty in mathematics.