Cédric O
About Cédric O
Cédric O is a Co Founding Advisor with extensive experience in digital transition and artificial intelligence, currently serving in various strategic roles in France. His career includes significant positions in government and the private sector, contributing to advancements in technology and industry.
Current Roles at Mistral AI
Cédric O serves as a Co-founding Advisor at Mistral AI, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves providing strategic guidance and support to the organization as it develops its initiatives in artificial intelligence. Mistral AI focuses on advancing AI technologies and applications, and O's expertise contributes to its mission.
Current Positions in Government and Other Organizations
In addition to his role at Mistral AI, Cédric O is actively involved in several other organizations. He has been a member of the Comité de l'intelligence artificielle générative auprès de la Première Ministre since 2023, focusing on the implications of generative AI. He also serves as a Board Member at Artefact and as Président du comité éditorial at Les Entretiens de Royaumont, both positions held since 2023.
Previous Experience at European Space Agency and Snecma
Cédric O has a background in aerospace and technology. He was a member of the High Level Advisory Group on Space Exploration at the European Space Agency from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, he worked at Snecma, where he led the 'Factory of the Future' project from 2014 to 2016 and served as Production Manager from 2016 to 2017.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Cédric O holds a Master's degree from HEC Paris, which he completed from 2002 to 2006. He further enhanced his skills by studying at Le Wagon, where he achieved a Full-stack web developer certification from 2023 to 2024. This educational background supports his expertise in digital transition and technology.
Government Roles and Responsibilities
Throughout his career, Cédric O has held several significant positions within the French government. He served as Secretary of State in charge of digital transition and electronic communications from 2020 to 2022, and previously as Secretary of State in charge of digital from 2019 to 2020. He also worked as an advisor to the President on public shareholding and digital economy from 2017 to 2019.