Thibaud Des Déserts

Thibaud des Déserts is an experienced professional in the energy and transport sectors, currently serving as Directeur BU Energie et Transport at Tractafric Equipment since September 2024, focusing on the distribution of CATERPILLAR generators in Central Africa. Additionally, Thibaud is an Auditeur at the Institut des hautes études de défense nationale (IHEDN). Previous roles include Directeur Grands Projets et Exécution at Sunna Design, where responsibilities involved strategic vision and business development, and Directeur opérations at Fonroche Eclairage, where Thibaud led the establishment and management of a subsidiary in Senegal that successfully completed a significant project with 50,000 solar streetlights. Earlier experience includes positions at Total, such as Senior Key Account Manager Solar, where Thibaud developed client relationships and managed key accounts, and Procurement Advisor, focusing on cost reduction across multiple continents. Thibaud’s education includes attending the Institut des hautes études de défense nationale (IHEDN) for military security strategy and business studies at ESLSCA in Paris.