Corentin "Cory" Macias
About Corentin "Cory" Macias
Corentin 'Cory' Macias is a Group Product Manager at Gardyn, where he leads the development of software that integrates AI and computer vision for plant growth optimization. He has a diverse background in product management and entrepreneurship, with experience in founding startups and working in venture capital.
Work at Gardyn
Corentin Macias serves as the Group Product Manager at Gardyn, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he leads the development of innovative products, including the orchestration software 'Kelby', which utilizes computer vision and AI to enhance plant growth. His work at Gardyn is focused on integrating advanced technologies to optimize vertical farming processes.
Education and Expertise
Corentin Macias has a strong educational background in engineering and business. He earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, and Industrial Computer Science from ENSEEIHT in 2014. Additionally, he holds an MBA from Université Paris-Saclay, where he studied Management, Entrepreneurship, and Technology. He also completed a Post Graduate Exchange program at the University of California, Berkeley, focusing on Entrepreneurship and Technology.
Background
Corentin Macias has co-founded multiple startups, including Kimera Systems and NaoX Technologies, both based in Berkeley, California. He has also held various positions in product management and venture capital, including roles at Airbus and HCVC. His international experience includes working in Singapore, France, and Cambodia, where he contributed to projects in technology and innovation.
Achievements
During his tenure at Plenty, Corentin Macias significantly advanced vertical farming automation by developing factory orchestration and production software that increased productivity by five times. He has also taught Entrepreneurship and Product Management to MSc. Engineering students at ENSEEIHT University, sharing his expertise with the next generation of innovators.
Professional Experience
Corentin Macias has held various roles in product management and investment analysis. Prior to his current position at Gardyn, he worked as Lead Product Manager at Plenty and as a Technical Product Manager at Airbus. His experience also includes serving as a VC Investment Analyst at HCVC, where he focused on HardTech and Full-Stack startups globally.