Nicolas Machard has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Nicolas started their career as a CSNE - Commercial at Peyrissac Intelec, where they successfully re-organized the commercial department and sold PABX systems to institutional customers. Nicolas then moved on to QXL as a Community Manager before joining eDreams ODIGEO as Head of Adsales & Business Development. At eDreams ODIGEO, they were responsible for driving additional revenue through advertising campaigns, managing a team of account managers and traffic manager, and setting up an in-house media agency. Nicolas also worked as the Business Development and SEO Director at eDreams ODIGEO, where they set up the SEO and business development strategy for Opodo.fr and launched the OhMyGlobe.fr blog. Nicolas later served as the Associate Director at Bedycasa, where they successfully set up the online marketing, social media, and partnership strategy, resulting in a significant increase in audience and sales. Additionally, Nicolas has provided advisory services for companies like Headict.com and Sparkow. Currently, they are the CEO of Pourdebon, a marketplace that connects French producers and artisans with consumers searching for high-quality fresh products.
Nicolas Machard's education history begins in 1988 when they attended Saint Louis de Gonzague-Franklin, completing their secondary education at the Lycée until 1991. Nicolas then pursued higher education at KEDGE Business School from 1995 to 1997. At KEDGE, they obtained a Bac +5 degree in Sales Marketing and Technologies. Additionally, there is information indicating that Nicolas Machard may have also attended Jean Mermoz in Senegal, although specific details regarding their degree and field of study at this institution are not provided.
January, 2015 - present