Mathilde B.
About Mathilde B.
Mathilde B. serves as the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Choco, where she leverages over a decade of experience in building strategic partnerships within the food industry. Her background includes roles at various organizations, including the International Labour Organization and Michelin Food & Travel, and she holds multiple degrees in project management and Asian studies.
Current Role at Choco
Mathilde B. serves as the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Choco, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on enhancing relationships between food operators and distributors across the supply chain in the United States. She plays a key role in Choco's mission to create a connected global food system. Her efforts contribute to Choco's goal of achieving unicorn status, with a valuation of $1.2 billion following significant funding rounds.
Previous Experience at Choco
Prior to her current role, Mathilde B. held multiple positions at Choco. She worked as a Business Development Manager from 2020 to 2021 and as a Strategic Project Manager from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she served as Integrations Strategy & Ops Manager from 2022 to 2023 and as Integrations Strategy & Ops Sr Manager from 2023 to 2024. Her diverse roles at Choco allowed her to build extensive experience in strategic partnerships and operational strategies within the food industry.
Education and Expertise
Mathilde B. has a strong educational background in project management, cooperation, and development. She earned her Master's degree from Sciences Po Lyon, where she studied from 2008 to 2013. Additionally, she completed a University Diploma in Asian studies and Mandarin at the same institution from 2008 to 2010. She also studied at Soochow University in Taipei, Taiwan, where she participated in a University Exchange Program focused on Political Sciences and Mandarin. Furthermore, she achieved the French Cheese Society Professional Certificate from IFOPCA in 2017.
Professional Background
Mathilde B. has over a decade of experience in building strategic partnerships within the food and beverage industry. She previously worked at the International Labour Organization as an Asia Pacific Consultant and as an intern to the Deputy Director for Asia Pacific. Her experience also includes roles at ACTED as a Project Development Officer and Executive Assistant to the Vice President, as well as a Shop Manager at La Fromagerie Cheese shop. She has also contributed as a main writer for the Michelin Guide in San Francisco.
Passion for the Food Industry
Mathilde B. has a passion for the food industry, particularly in the context of supply chain relationships. Her work emphasizes the importance of collaboration between food operators and distributors. This passion is reflected in her various roles, including her time at La Fromagerie and her contributions to Choco's mission. Her extensive experience in the food sector positions her as a knowledgeable figure in enhancing supply chain dynamics.