Arthur Bessières
About Arthur Bessières
Arthur Bessières serves as the Ventures Lead for France at Plug and Play Tech Center, where he focuses on integrating technology into corporate operations. He has a diverse background in consulting and project management, having worked with notable organizations such as Deloitte and BNP Paribas, and holds multiple degrees in business and management from prestigious institutions.
Current Role at Plug and Play Tech Center
Arthur Bessières serves as the Ventures Lead France at Plug and Play Tech Center since 2024. In this role, he focuses on driving innovation and fostering startup collaborations within the French market. His responsibilities include advising corporations on technology integration and enhancing their innovation strategies through strategic partnerships.
Previous Experience at Plug and Play Tech Center
Before his current position, Arthur worked at Plug and Play Tech Center as a Senior Ventures Associate for six months in 2023. During this time, he contributed to the organization's initiatives in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, focusing on venture development and startup engagement.
Professional Background in Consulting and Marketing
Arthur has a solid background in consulting and marketing. He worked at Deloitte as a Junior Consultant and later as a Consultant from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he held a position at Eurogroup Consulting as a Consultant in Strategy and Organisation in 2017. His experience also includes a role at Orange Logic as a Marketing and Project Management professional in 2016.
Educational Qualifications
Arthur Bessières has a diverse educational background, holding multiple degrees. He achieved a Master's Degree in Strategy and Corporate Development from Lancaster University, an European Master of Science in Management from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, and a Bachelor's degree in International Business from Griffith University. He also completed the Programme Grande Ecole at emlyon business school, earning an MSc in Management.
International Experience and Expansion Leadership
Arthur has significant international experience, particularly in Southeast Asia. He led the expansion of Orange Logic into this region while based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from 2017 to 2018. His role involved strategic planning and execution to establish the company's presence in Southeast Asia.