Benjamin Mertens

Benjamin Mertens is a financial expert with extensive experience in trade solutions, financial advising, and entrepreneurship within the space sector. Currently serving as a Financial Engineering Sales Support professional at Thales Alenia Space since February 2023, Benjamin has previously advised multiple startups on financial operations and funding strategies. Past roles include entrepreneur at NewSpace Project, where support was provided to space entrepreneurs, and a five-year tenure at Bank of the West, where a significant growth in working capital financing was achieved. Benjamin's early career involved key positions with BNP Paribas and internships in financial analysis and credit. Benjamin holds a Master's degree in Corporate Finance from IAE Gustave Eiffel and a Space Entrepreneurship Certificate from the European Institute of Innovation for Sustainability.