Découvrez les récits de Roger et Gil Briand, les deux dirigeants actuels du Groupe Briand, une société familiale, dont les racines historiques se trouvent dans le bocage vendéen, plus précisément aux Herbiers. Depuis 1745, passant d’une forge traditionnelle héritée de génération en génération à une entreprise de charpente métallique industrielle dès les années 1960, nous avons progressivement élargi nos activités et renforcé notre présence territoriale en France.

Agathe DREO – Joined in November 2016
Agathe Dreo, a French national, is the HR Partner for France at Amaris Consulting and a member of the executive committee. With a Master’s degree in Labor Law from the University of Rennes, she has been with the company since November 2016, initially as a Legal HR Advisor. She now leads the HR team, overseeing compensation strategies, C&B policies, and compliance with French labor regulations. She plays a key role in labor negotiations, diversity and inclusion strategies, and collective agreement drafting.
Podcast Recorded by Guillaume LE-MAIRE & Adrien VAUTIER

Thomas PETIT – Joined in January 2015
Thomas Petit, a French national, has been part of Amaris Consulting since January 2015, contributing to the company’s growth over the past decade. He currently serves as a Director, overseeing business strategy, operations, and team management. Throughout his career at Amaris, he has held multiple leadership roles, progressing from Manager to Senior Manager, Department Manager, Operational Director, and now Director. Thomas is an Audencia Business School alumnus (2013-2015), Thomas specializes in corporate strategy, P&L management, recruitment, and operational leadership.
Podcast Recorded by Vincent Lefebvre

Paolo SELICE – Joined in March 2019
Paolo Selice, an Italian national, is the Operational Director at Amaris Consulting in Italy. With a Master’s degree in Management from the University of Trento, he joined Amaris in March 2019 as a Manager in the IS & Digital division, expanding Amaris’ presence in Turin. He progressed to Senior Manager, Department Manager, and now oversees nationwide operations, leading three divisions: IS & Digital, Engineering, and Life Sciences.
Podcast Recorded by Jad KHOUEIRY & Sophie SIMONS

Joana FERRARIA – Joined in 2013
Joana Ferraria, a Portuguese national, is a Director at Amaris Consulting, where she has been for nearly 11 years, having joined in 2013. She holds a degree in Computer Engineering from Universidade Lusófona and began her career as a Technical Consultant in IT, breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field.
Having progressed from Department Manager to Operational Director, she now leads business operations and strategy in Lisbon and Oporto, specializing in key performance management and executive leadership. She is also a trainer at Amaris/Mantu, dedicated to sharing knowledge and empowering professionals with her expertise.
Podcast Recorded by Simla DILAVER &  Mona JENDOUBI

Marie BUFFET – Joined in 2017
Marie Buffet, from France, is an Operational Director at Amaris Consulting, where she has worked since 2017. She graduated from INSA Lyon with a degree in Industrial Engineering. Initially focusing on the transport and energy sectors, she now oversees operations in retail/luxury, life sciences, and logistics, driving business growth and strategic development.
Podcast recorded by: Yohan CHARBONNEL & Matteo PONCE

Amandine LAFEUILLE PREVITALI – Joined in July 2015
Amandine Lafeuille Previtali, a French HR leader, has been with Mantu since July 2015. She holds a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management from IGS. She started as an HR Officer in Italy before expanding her responsibilities to Turkey, Benelux, and the Nordic countries. In 2024, she extended her scope to Asia, playing a crucial role in shaping Mantu’s global HR strategy.
Podcast recorded by: Angelique AUBRY & Baptiste GERMAIN

Ophélie MAIGNE – Joined in October 2019
Ophélie Maigne, a French national, has been part of Amaris Consulting since October 2019, building a strong career in business and consulting. Starting first in Spain in the Madrid Office, she is currently serving as Operational Director in Chile, she oversees operational activities, business development, and team management. She has played a key role in expanding Amaris’ presence in Chile from 10 to more than 200 employees, but also in others LATAM countries (Colombia, Perou), managing client relationships, financial forecasting, and leading teams of consultants across multiple sectors such as Retail, Finances & Energy in digital and technological transformation projects.
As graduate of Audencia Business School (2014-2018), she specialized in digital marketing, product management, and international business strategy. With expertise in strategy, recruitment, and IT & digital consulting, she continues to drive Amaris Consulting’s growth in Latin America.
 
Podcast Recorded by Simla DILAVER & Mona JENDOUBI

Vincent RUAULT – Joined in September 2022
Vincent Ruault, from France, is a Financial Partner at Amaris Consulting. A graduate of Grenoble École de Management with a degree in Accounting and Finance, he joined Amaris in September 2022 as a Financial Partner for LATAM. In 2024, he expanded his role to oversee the entire Americas region (LATAM & NORAM). Based in Medellín, he manages financial planning, budgeting, treasury, and financial controlling for multiple countries.
Podcast Recorded by Axel JOSEPH-ANTOINE-& Lucien MARESCHAL

Duc Quy NGUYEN – Joined in July 2018
Duc Quy Nguyen, from Vietnam, is a Department Manager at Amaris Consulting, where he has worked since July 2018. He holds a Master’s degree in Industrial & Organizational Psychology from Coventry University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Law from Ho Chi Minh City University of Law. Rising through the ranks from Senior Manager to Department Manager, he focuses on business development, team leadership, and expanding Amaris’ presence in Vietnam.
Podcast Recorded by Sophie SIMONS & Jad KHOUEIRY

Découvrez les témoignages de Céline et Charles Bourdin, représentant la deuxième et troisième génération, qui partagent leur vision de l’entreprise familiale, leur engagement envers la production française et l’ancrage territorial, ainsi que leur philosophie de transmission intergénérationnelle. Ils mettent en lumière l’histoire et les valeurs de la Manufacture de l’Éphémère, une entreprise familiale française spécialisée dans la fabrication de nappes et serviettes en papier colorées. Ils témoignent de l’évolution de l’entreprise depuis sa création en 1954 par les parents de Céline Bourdin, en mettant l’accent sur leur approche pionnière du recyclage et de l’introduction de la couleur.

The episode description is : As part of the Audencia Corporate Entrepreneurship Podcast, International MBA 2024-25 students hosted an engaging discussion on the challenges and opportunities of intrapreneurship within organizations. Hosted by Devendra, a sports management professional, the episode featured insights from three fellow MBA students: Hirono; automobile professional from Japan, Khunsathy; a serial entrepreneur and facilities management specialist from Cambodia, and Shashikant; IT software developer and entrepreneur from India. The conversation explored critical topics, including why employees struggle to become intrapreneurs in large corporations and how this can be changed, the role of organizational culture in fostering innovation, and how companies allocate resources and assess risk when approving entrepreneurial initiatives. Through diverse industry perspectives, the podcast shed light on the barriers to corporate entrepreneurship and practical ways to cultivate an intrapreneurial mindset within firms.

Participants: KADAM Devendra, GOSWAMI Shashikant, SAO Khunsathy, MATSUNAGA Hirono.

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Welcome to the Corporate Entrepreneurship Audencia MBA 2025 Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of corporate vs. traditional entrepreneurship—exploring key differences, challenges, and motivations behind each path.
Joining us are Hong, Channy, Huy, and Jack, all with diverse experiences in large corporations and entrepreneurship. Together, we’ll discuss risk-taking, speed, flexibility, and innovation—unpacking what it really means to be an entrepreneur inside a company versus starting from scratch.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to innovate within an organization, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and real-world experiences. Let’s get started!
 
Our Group Members:

Tho Hiep HOANG
Channy SOM
Hong JIANG
Hoang Huy TRAN

 
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In this episode of Built to Evolve, we dive into how family businesses can turn leadership succession into a strategic advantage rather than a challenge. Through the story of a company that started in the rubber industry and grew into a global leader in mobility, sustainability, and digital innovation, we explore how each leadership transition became a catalyst for transformation. Our expert panel—Huy Huy, Kamran, and Abhishek—discusses the power of intrapreneurship, the bold leap into new industries, and how sustainability and digital transformation became core business strategies. Whether you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or just curious about how legacy companies stay relevant, this episode reveals how embracing change at the top fuels long-term success. Tune in and discover why the future belongs to businesses that evolve.

List of team members:
ANSARI Saman
LIM Huyhuy
RIZVI Kamran
MISHRA Abhishek Kumar

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In this episode of « Corporate Entrepreneurship Audencia MBA 2025 Podcasts show, » we delve into the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and its intersection with corporate entrepreneurship. Join us as we explore how organizations can leverage AI to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency while navigating the challenges of cultural resistance and skill gaps. Our expert guests share compelling real-world examples, including how leading companies have successfully integrated AI into their processes, and discuss the critical role corporate entrepreneurs play in championing these initiatives. We also examine effective strategies for measuring success in AI-driven transformations, highlighting the importance of aligning technology with organizational goals. Tune in for an engaging discussion that will inspire you to rethink how AI can reshape the future of your business!
* DHAWAN Aaditya
* SHIGA Miho
* NGUYEN Dung
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In this episode of the Corporate Entrepreneurship Audencia MBA 2025 Podcast, we explore whether previous entrepreneurs are better equipped to implement corporate entrepreneurship in the context of strategic renewal. We discuss the strengths and challenges entrepreneurs face when transitioning to the corporate world, compare them with internal employees, and examine the key skills necessary for success in driving innovation and strategic transformation. Tune in for an insightful conversation on how entrepreneurial experience can shape corporate renewal efforts.
Members:

Jose AGUIRRE RAMIREZ
Xian DUNNE
Gabriel PARAS
Ricardo REGIS LERMA

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Théophile Prunier est le co-dirigeant – avec son frère Léonard – de la Maison Prunier, une entreprise familiale de charcuterie née dans la Sarthe et réputée pour ses rillettes. Il incarne la quatrième génération de cette lignée entrepreneuriale, dont l’histoire remonte à 1931.

Jean-Pascal Chupin, PDG de La Florentaise, entreprise créée en 1973 par son père, est l’un des leaders français dans le secteur des terreaux et supports de culture.
Il est en pleine passation de son entreprise à ses deux enfants Chloé et Antoine Chupin, une reprise en duo par la troisième génération.
Il raconte dans ce podcast l’aventure d’une entreprise familiale ancrée et engagée dans son territoire ainsi que sa transmission à venir.

In this episode, Katrin Smolka talks to Saras Sarasvathy about her own entrepreneurial experiences, her PhD journey, the development of effectuation and interesting insights along the way.
More about Effectuation : https://effectuation.org/

In this episode, Katrin Smolka continues her conversation with Saras Sarasvathy about the wishes she has for the field of effectuation, future research opportunities and what is still left to be done.
More about Effectuation : https://effectuation.org/