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A trusted advisor to C-suite executives and boards, Anita Pouplard has completed numerous international search assignments over the past 20 years. She thrives on challenging, ambitious and complex assignments, and has a track record of recruiting world-class leadership that impacts business results. Anita focuses primarily on the technology sector, applying her expertise in digital technology.
Professional Focus
- More than 20 years’ experience in executive search, with a strong focus on next-generation technology
- High-level executive search and leadership assessment for major international groups, fast-growing companies and private equity firms
- Deep expertise in digital technology and transformation, along with cleantech/greentech and other areas of technological innovation
- Functional expertise in board and C-level roles, including CEO, COO, CRO, CFO, CHRO, CMO, CTO
- Strong experience in cross-border assignments aimed at building international, multicultural teams that contribute high value and performance
- Fluent in French and English
Business Expertise
- Senior consultant and partner with various technology-focused executive search firms, specializing in senior management appointments and management assessment
- Earlier career in business development, account management and sales with American and Japanese corporations in technology and media
Additional Expertise
- Cloud, Big Data, Analytics/BI
- Digital & CDO
- Fintech
- Internet of Things
- Software & Applications
- CEO & Board Services
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Polytechnic (UK)
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