CEO & CPO of Phonemia, Matthieu will share his journey, which led him from his passion for beatboxing to winning the world championship title and then creating his startup. He enables children with articulatory disorders, as well as dyslexic children, to use beatboxing as a remediation tool.

Sylvie Almeri, General Manager of the French-American Chamber of Commerce of Southern California, will be on hand to advise you. She assists French companies looking to establish or develop their business in California.

Christophe Appietto is the Head of CSIRT CyberCorsica, the cybersecurity incident response center in Corsica. He coordinates support for Corsican businesses, local authorities, and associations facing cyberattacks, ensures prevention, awareness, vulnerability monitoring, and establishes a threat observatory to protect the region. He serves as a local technical contact in case of a cyber incident.

Marc Bagur, an expert in humanoid robotics and Artificial Intelligence, supports Industry 4.0 and 5.0. He develops innovative solutions linking AI, IoT, and human-machine interaction. He will also discuss important topics such as trust, regulation, and AI policy.

Daniele Bufano is a recognized expert in CSR and sustainable transformation. With over 15 years of international experience in business and consulting, he notably served as Director of Sustainable Transformation at Schneider Electric.

Advisor to the Rector, Regional Academic Delegate for Digital Education, and CIO at the Academy of Corsica, Sarah Cornu advises the rector, leads the regional digital education strategy, coordinates digital projects, supports schools, and ensures the security and efficiency of information systems.

Laurence Devillers, in partnership with the University and the Academy of Corsica, will speak on topics related to Artificial Intelligence, ethics, and best practices. From primary school students to businesses, and public organizations, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities surrounding AI.

After several years working with agencies specializing in SEA/SMA digital acquisition, a clear observation emerged: large companies capture all the attention, while young businesses too often become mere testing grounds. Convinced that it is precisely at the beginning that a company deserves total commitment, attentive listening, and a perfectly tailored strategy, Benjamin founded Arrow Advertising & Co with the mission of supporting entrepreneurs from their first steps, immersing himself in their vision, and transforming every campaign into a genuine growth driver.

Paola Fabiani, Spokesperson and Vice-President of Medef, is also the founding President of Wisecom and Vado Via (Call Center). By focusing on the quality of the offering, team well-being, and AI integration, her work is distinguished by a model centered on proximity, CSR, and technological innovation.

Luc Franceschetti is a business lawyer at the Paris Bar. An expert in business law, he assists startups and tech companies with their legal structuring, financing, and the drafting of their commercial contracts. With strong ties to the entrepreneurial ecosystem, he provides mentorship and works with incubators to support innovative projects. Convinced that law is a true growth lever, he applies his pragmatic and strategic approach to serve entrepreneurs, securing and accelerating their development.

Sébastien Gioria is a recognized cybersecurity expert, notably Chapter Leader OWASP France, committed to the quality of Open Source standards for application security. As a DevSecOps Specialist at Lectra, he has over 20 years of experience in securing information systems. He also stands out for his expertise in economic intelligence and artificial intelligence applied to threat anticipation. Finally, he is a judicial expert at the Court of Appeal, involved in post-incident analysis.

A globally recognized pioneer in AI, robotics, and human-machine interaction, Luc Julia is renowned for his pivotal contributions to voice technologies and the rise of intelligent assistants. He embodies a pragmatic and humanistic approach to these technologies. With concrete experience, a respected pedagogical talent, and a forward-looking vision, Luc Julia stands as a leading figure. He will share his prospective insights and his humanistic, pragmatic approach to these technologies.

Philippe Lebas, CEO of Airudit, is renowned for his expertise in developing next-generation voice interfaces, widely recognized in the aerospace and defense industry. His company was chosen by Dassault Aviation to participate in its prestigious Man Machine Teaming program. This project, spearheaded in partnership with Thales and the Directorate General of Armaments, aims to integrate this technology onboard the Rafale.

Francis Lelong, a leading figure in entrepreneurship, is the CEO of Alegria.group. He will be present to discuss NoCode and lead workshops on automation through NoCode and AI. You’ll also find introductory sessions on integrating AI into your business processes.

Emmanuel Linot, President of La French Machine, is a visionary producer and entrepreneur. With a background in 3D animation, video games, and VFX, he co-founded SolidAnim, a pioneer in motion capture and virtual production. As the inventor of SolidTrack technology, a real-time previsualization solution, he works to transform cinematic storytelling tools. He has worked on Hollywood projects such as Alice Through the Looking Glass and was selected to develop technologies for James Cameron’s Avatar sequels. Emmanuel has also contributed to major films including Star Wars: Rogue One, Transformers, Harry Potter, Avengers: Infinity War, Godzilla, Batman Begins…

Paul Midy, a French entrepreneur and politician, specializes in digital technology, is a member of the National Digital Council, and author of the report bearing his name. He advocates for the regulation of the digital space, supports innovation through specific initiatives, and actively promotes French Tech.

Laurent Marcangeli honors us with his presence as the Minister of Public Action, Public Service, and Simplification. He embodies the government’s commitment to fostering digital transition and the growth of artificial intelligence across all regions, with a particular focus on integrating Corsica into national innovation strategies.

As General Manager of French Tech Bordeaux (Nouvelle-Aquitaine), Philippe has been involved in setting up international training programs and collaborations, particularly in China (Beijing, Chengdu, Changsha, and Wuhan). He has a strong understanding of intercultural issues and Asian dynamics.

As General Director at SPL M3E, a leading economic and digital hub in Ajaccio, Audrey Paoletti is an expert in entrepreneurial support. For over 15 years, she has been dedicated to developing the island’s economic landscape by fostering innovation and business creation. Thanks to Linda Gendre, Nina Malignon, and the entire M3E team, TecnulugIA was successfully launched.

Lecturer in Computer Science and Vice-President of the Board of Directors at the University of Corsica, Bastien Poggi drives the university’s strategy, develops AI training and research, and supports the institution’s digital transformation. He has also created hybrid AI training programs for academic staff, focusing on skills, data culture, and generative AI.

Algos was founded in Poitiers in early 2023, driven by Enrique Prazian’s belief that a different kind of AI is possible: not a mass tool or a mere gadget, but a truly useful AI, designed for businesses, integrated into their operations, controlled, and resource-efficient. With a background blending entrepreneurship, political consulting, operational roles, and a strong sense of practicality, he founded Algos with a disruptive vision: ‘Enterprise AI shouldn’t aim broadly. It should aim precisely.’ Having identified AI’s disruptive potential, he committed to making it accessible, relevant, and sovereign for all businesses. His mission: to demystify AI and transform it into concrete solutions that generate measurable ROI, strengthen competitiveness, and embed digital performance at the core of SMEs and mid-sized companies. Not a theoretician but an entrepreneur, Enrique Prazian shares pragmatic insights and a proven vision to make AI a true ally for growth.

To expand the TecnulugIA expo across the entire Mediterranean basin, the expertise of Diane Renaud, General Director of French Tech Aix-Marseille Région Sud, is instrumental. It strengthens synergies between Corsican startups and the Southern European ecosystem, facilitating the integration of Corsican innovations into major national and international programs.

Jérôme Ribeiro is the president of Human AI, an organization dedicated to ethical, inclusive AI serving humanity. He works for the democratization of AI in Africa, Europe, and worldwide, through training, conferences, and projects. As Vice-President of Cluster Digital Africa and the AfriquIA Institute, he contributes to African national strategies. He supports innovations such as biometric verification for pensions in Togo and the development of sovereign generative AIs, placing humanity at the center of technological transformations.

William Sadrin is a committed entrepreneur and co-founder of La Mashine, a next-generation incubator that has supported over 100 entrepreneurs and generated over 10 million euros in revenue for the startups it assisted. A former financial journalist at Les Echos, with extensive experience in mentoring and fundraising strategy, he is a passionate mentor, facilitating the journey from idea to success for many founders.

Armelle Solelhac is an expert in entrepreneurial strategy and fundraising. She supports startups and executives in structuring and successfully securing financing. Her goal is to help participants understand the relevance of these funding mechanisms, make them aware of the framework to respect, the best practices to adopt when preparing for fundraising, the mistakes to avoid, and provide recommendations for preparing their pitch deck and subsequent roadshow.

Pioneering journalist and high-tech specialist, François will co-host discussions with the speakers. He is the host of Tech&Co on BFM Business and also editor-in-chief at 01NetTV. A columnist, host, and speaker, he regularly participates in major events and has established himself as a key influencer of major trends for both the public and professionals.

Laurent Tripied, CEO and founder of bziiit and a pioneer in digital agriculture, is dedicated to transforming agricultural practices through the power of cadastral data, robotics, and artificial intelligence. He designs and deploys responsible solutions—from field data collection to automated analysis of production costs—enabling farmers to optimize their yields, adopt sustainable agriculture, and modernize farm management.

Mathilde Thieblemont, Director of Education and School Affairs for the City of Bastia, oversaw the transformation and restructuring of the city’s oldest school. Opened on July 1st, following a renovation focused on modern educational spaces dedicated to innovation. To this end, a room was created and dedicated to robotics and programming education from an early age. A media studio complements this initiative by offering a web radio and a web TV.

Nicolas Vanlerberghe is a French athlete, French wheelchair padel champion, and an iconic figure in adaptive padel. A former footballer, he turned to wheelchair tennis and padel after an illness at 34. A finalist in the first Wheelchair Padel Masters and a bronze medalist at the World Championships, he inspires with his determination and commitment to developing accessible sports in France. Like an entrepreneur, Nicolas Vanlerberghe’s resilience in the face of adversity, his ability to bounce back after a setback, and to transform challenges into opportunities demonstrate a spirit of innovation, perseverance, and boldness. These are essential qualities for any leader who wishes to inspire and push beyond established limits.