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Cédric O

Board member, Solocal
Greater Paris Metropolitan Region,France
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Cédric O's Overview

Total Experience14 years
CompanySolocal
CountryFrance

Cédric O is a prominent French political figure and tech entrepreneur, recognized for his significant influence on France's digital policy and tech ecosystem. Of French and South Korean descent, he served as the Secretary of State for the Digital Sector and Electronic Communications in the French government from 2019 to 2022 under President Emmanuel Macron. During his tenure, O was a key architect of France's digital strategy, championing initiatives like 'French Tech' to bolster the startup scene, advocating for European digital sovereignty, and shaping policies around artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital regulation. An alumnus of HEC Paris, he previously worked as an advisor to Emmanuel Macron and was involved in his presidential campaign. After leaving government, Cédric O co-founded Mistral AI in 2023, a company focused on developing open-source generative artificial intelligence, positioning it as a European competitor in the global AI race. He remains an influential voice on technology, innovation, and their societal impacts.

Professional Summary

Cédric O's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

The Marshmallow Project - Co-founder & CEO (2024 to Present)
Solocal - Board member (2024 to Present)
La Plateforme_ - Membre du comité stratégique (2024 to Present)
Artefact - Board Member (2023 to Present)
Mistral AI - Co-founding advisor (2023 to Present)
Les Entretiens de Royaumont - Président du comité éditorial (2023 to 2024)
Gouvernement - Membre du Comité de l'intelligence artificielle générative auprès de la Première Ministre (2023 to 2024)
European Space Agency - ESA - Member of the High Level Advisory Group on Space Exploration (2022 to 2023)
Présidence de la République - Advisor to the President, in charge of public shareholding and digital economy (2017 to 2019)

Notable Achievements

Secretary of State for Digital Transition and Electronic Communications

Served in the French government from March 2019 to May 2022, where he spearheaded national digital strategy, promoted the 'French Tech' ecosystem, and worked on key legislation related to digital platforms, data, and AI.

Co-founder of Mistral AI

Co-founded Mistral AI in April 2023, an ambitious artificial intelligence company based in Paris, focusing on open-source generative AI models, which quickly gained significant funding and recognition.

Champion of 'French Tech'

Played a crucial role in promoting and expanding the 'French Tech' initiative, fostering growth for French startups, attracting investment, and positioning France as a leading tech hub in Europe.

Advocate for European Digital Sovereignty

Consistently advocated for greater European autonomy in the digital sphere, pushing for policies and investments to reduce reliance on non-European tech giants and strengthen the continent's technological capabilities.

Educational Background

Full-stack web developer

Le Wagon - Year 2023

Master's degree

HEC School of Management - Year 2002

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Company Overview

Solocal
Total employees2300
HeadquartersBoulogne-Billancourt
Founded2004

Solocal is a leading French digital services company that helps businesses, particularly VSEs (Very Small Enterprises) and SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises), connect with local customers and enhance their online presence. Historically known for its PagesJaunes (Yellow Pages) directory, Solocal has evolved to offer a comprehensive suite of digital marketing solutions including website creation, Search Engine Advertising (SEA), social media management, online appointment booking, and reputation management. Their primary goal is to digitize local businesses and drive their growth by improving their visibility and customer engagement in the digital landscape.

Solocal Stock Information
Solocal, Inc. is listed on the Euronext Paris under the ticker symbol LOCAL. The company went public on July 8, 2004

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