Sébastien Bégel
About Sébastien Bégel
Sébastien Bégel is the Directeur De Projets E Commerce at SQLI in Paris, with a diverse background in digital learning, project management, and retail, and a strong interest in integrating digital solutions in physical stores.
Current Role at SQLI
Sébastien Bégel is currently serving as the Directeur de Projets e-Commerce at SQLI. Based in the Paris Area, France, Sébastien oversees various aspects of eCommerce project management, including implementation and development of innovative digital solutions.
Previous Roles at L'Oréal and RunCitizen
Before joining SQLI, Sébastien worked at L'Oréal as a Consultant Digital Learning from 2017 to 2019 in Levallois. Previously, he co-founded RunCitizen, where he worked from 2015 to 2016 in the Paris region.
Tenure at Lagardère Travel Retail
Sébastien spent a significant part of his career at Lagardère Travel Retail, where he served in various capacities. From 2006 to 2016, he was the Directeur général in Paris La Défense, and from 2005 to 2006, he worked as Chargé de missions International in Paris. Prior to that, he was the Chargé de Projets at RELAY FRANCE from 2001 to 2005 in Levallois Perret.
Educational Background
Sébastien holds a Master Management des Medias from Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Rennes, achieved in 1999. He also earned a Diplôme de l'Institut d'Etudes Politiques from Institut d'Etudes Politiques d'Aix-en-Provence in 1998.
Involvement in eCommerce Projects
Sébastien has been involved in the implementation of new eCommerce and Digital Store features for notable brands, including Schiaparelli, Moët Hennessy, and FRED (LVMH). His roles have often focused on overseeing project evolutions, logistics changes, and managing multidisciplinary teams. Notable projects include PIM evolution for Moët Hennessy, a migration project for RADLEY LONDON, and the launch of an MVP for FRED in Asia.
Publications and Thought Leadership
Sébastien published an article titled 'Are brick-and-mortar stores to become a thing of the past?' on the SQLI blog. In it, he discusses strategies for integrating digital solutions in physical stores, highlights technologies like QR codes and smart mirrors, and analyzes the impact of omnichannel approaches and digital payment solutions on retail logistics.
Volunteer Work and Personal Interests
Sébastien is actively engaged in volunteer work with organizations focused on reintegration for individuals facing difficulties, such as detainees, immigrants, and people with disabilities. He is also an endurance sports enthusiast, participating in activities like trail running, ultra-trail, triathlons, and other outdoor sports.