It all began with Philippe

Executive Coach & Organizational Consultant

Founder - Bolster Consulting LLC

Laurent is an executive coach and organizational consultant supporting leaders, founders, executives, their teams and organizations in navigating complexity, driving transformation, and building resilient, trust-based collaboration for enhanced company performance. Bolster Consulting partners with clients to enhance their leadership to lead with clarity, influence, and purpose — especially in moments of change, ambiguity, or growth. Laurent's organizational and team coaching work often focuses on change/transformation, business/cultural pivot, company/team mission and vision, strategic alignment, decision-making, structure & systems, and team performance and dynamics. Laurent blends this expertise with 20 years of corporate leadership experience across diverse environments: Corporate/M&A attorney at Freshfields, Corporate General Counsel at EDF, Head of Legal at Amazon Logistics and Amazon Web Services, General Counsel at PayFit. He is able to work across sectors and, given his multicultural background, bridge the cultural gap between Europe and the USA.

COO & Co-founder at Ippon Technologies

A technology executive and entrepreneur based in the United States. As COO and co-founder of Ippon Technologies, he contributes to the growth of an international consulting firm specializing in cloud adoption, data modernization, and AI-driven transformation for enterprise clients. Geoffray combines business strategy with technology leadership to help organizations modernize their platforms, improve delivery performance, and accelerate innovation. Based in the Washington, DC area, he is active in the local tech and startup ecosystem, advises early-stage companies, and supports initiatives that foster connections between U.S. and international innovation ecosystems.

Senior Startup & Partner Programs Manager US - OVHcloud

Marketing and Business Development leader with a CRO mindset, driving revenue growth and profitability across diverse industries such as IT, Telecommunications, and Professional Services. I have extensive international experience in the USA, UK, Netherlands, Belgium, and France. I am passionate about innovation and startup ecosystems. I operate at the intersection of marketing, sales, and program management, owning complex, cross-functional growth initiatives with clear accountability for P&L performance. My scope includes shaping go-to-market (GTM) and ecosystem strategy, governing execution across functions, and building scalable, revenue-generating programs that deliver sustained commercial impact.

Managing Partner @ M&T CPA - Your International CPAs!

Marc Trost is the Managing Partner of M&T CPA, a U.S.–based licensed CPA firm specializing in supporting international small and medium-sized private companies in successfully scaling their operations in the United States. Since founding the firm in 2020, Marc has been at the forefront of delivering full-spectrum, tailor-made accounting, tax, audit, and M&A advisory services designed for cross-border growth and regulatory compliance. With over two decades of professional experience in accounting and business advisory, Marc brings deep expertise in navigating the complexities of cross-border financial and tax environments. He began his career in Luxembourg, later joining PricewaterhouseCoopers in Paris, before relocating to the United States, where he has focused on helping international companies thrive in the U.S. market. Marc’s career has been defined by a client-centric approach and a strong technical command of international tax, accounting, advisory, and transaction services.Under his leadership, M&T CPA combines modern, innovative methodologies with rigorous compliance to professional standards, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance that drives growth while managing risk. Marc’s vision emphasizes not only technical excellence but also clear communication and practical solutions tailored to each client’s business objectives.

CTO at Symphony Space, CEO at Arca Stella, French Space Agency (CNES) Representative in the USA.

Twenty-five years of professional experience in the space domain, in various positions (engineering, launch operations, program management, diplomacy), in multiple space organizations within the industry, space agencies (CNES, ESA) and the government (French Embassy), and in various international environments (Europe, South America, North America). Recognized international leader and expert in space policy and diplomacy, complex space system engineering and operations, international space program management, safety and security, space business and communication.

Counsel at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

In Washington, DC, where she advises international clients on cross-border compliance, enforcement and dispute resolution. A European native fluent in French, German, and English, Tamara brings deep transatlantic insight to her work and maintains strong ties to the French and German business, diplomatic, and tech communities in the DC region. Tamara is a “Future of Work” enthusiast and a recognized advocate for innovation and gender equity. She is part of a 12-member, nationwide Advisory Council on the use of AI organized by the American Bar Association and serves as the Treasurer-Elect (and prior committee co-chair) of the Women’s Bar Association of DC, as part of which he has created the WBA’s “Future of Work Speaker Series”. Tamara frequently speaks on legal and regulatory challenges facing French and European (tech) companies entering the U.S. market.

CEO & Founder - LeanLia

Fluent in French, English, and Spanish, she brings 15 years of experience in U.S. digital health, medical devices, and AI-driven healthcare solutions. She serves as an “outsourced Country Manager,” providing long-term, tailored strategic and operational leadership to foreign companies expanding to the US or Europe. Her background spans international purchasing and export operations in the retail and energy sectors, the development of French–American innovation programs, and nearly a decade within U.S. technology companies at various stages of growth — from seed to pre-IPO, primarily in healthcare. She has led Go-to-Market strategies, launched AI-powered health products, managed strategic client portfolios of up to $20M, and contributed to building business development and customer success teams. She is active in the Washington, DC region through her roles on the boards of La Tech DMV and Health2Tech, and through her involvement in the pitch days for the MedTech Innovator program.

VP Business Operations - North America - Financial Institutions IDEAMIA

Experienced actor of change in complex environments with strong experience in the automotive, information technology and services industry. Strong business development & transformation professional, skilled in Strategy setting, Operations, Continuous Improvement & Lean management. Eager to learn and discover on a daily basis!

Founder & CEO ITScybersecurity, a Washington DC–based company specializing in cybersecurity, AI governance, regulatory compliance, and critical systems security. She supports public and private organizations on security, governance, and responsible technology deployment in highly regulated environments. Successfully relocated to the Washington DC area, Edwige integrated herself into the heart of the local institutional ecosystem with the support of DMPED, WDCEP, and the Soft Landing Program, strengthening her connections with public, economic, and regulatory stakeholders across the DMV region. With over 20 years of experience in technology governance and complex environments, Edwige frequently serves as an expert and facilitator, helping European companies navigate the U.S. market, secure their presence, and enhance institutional credibility.