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Mehdi

Mehdi

Benzadi

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About me

Strategic tech and sales leader with 10+ years driving SaaS and AI adoption across CAC 40 and global enterprise accounts. Backed by 5+ years building and coaching high-performing B2B teams, I excel at navigating complex procurement cycles, closing C-Level deals, and translating deep technical/regulatory requirements (EU AI Act) into business value.

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About me


Strategic tech and sales leader with 10+ years driving SaaS and AI adoption across CAC 40 and global enterprise accounts. Backed by 5+ years building and coaching high-performing B2B teams, I excel at navigating complex procurement cycles, closing C-Level deals, and translating deep technical/regulatory requirements (EU AI Act) into business value.

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Experience

KAKKOÏ STUDIO • Paris, FR • 2016—Present

Chief Executive Officer

As CEO, I lead both the commercial strategy and the technical delivery of complex SaaS and AI solutions for major enterprise accounts like Allianz and Société Générale. Beyond spearheading C-Level negotiations and driving the sales pipeline, I actively manage our digital studio, overseeing a cross-functional team of 10 professionals including software developers, UI/UX designers, and sales representatives. My role bridges high-level business development with hands-on technical architecture, ensuring our products are both commercially viable and technically robust.

BALIO (ALLIANZ GROUP) • LYON, FR • 2019—PRESENT

CTO, Partner & Board Member

In my capacity as CTO and Board Member, I direct a team of 15 developers to architect and build secure SaaS platforms tailored for highly regulated financial environments. I remain deeply involved in the technical development cycle while collaborating directly with executive leadership on Generative AI deployment and EU AI Act compliance. By acting as the crucial bridge between business requirements and technical execution, I ensure our software engineering aligns perfectly with strategic corporate objectives.

BLGCLOUD • COMPIEGNE, FR • 2016—2019

Project Manager & Scrum Master

I managed the end-to-end sales cycle and technical delivery of an industry-specific SaaS ERP platform serving over 22,000 users. Operating at the exact intersection of business and product, I conducted high-stakes product demonstrations and closed deals, while simultaneously acting as Scrum Master. I directly supervised the development team, translating complex client requirements into technical specifications and guiding the continuous architectural evolution of the platform.

ROY MUSIC • PARIS, FR • 2014—2016

Communication & Digital Marketing

As Head of Communication and Digital Marketing, I directed comprehensive national and regional promotional strategies for high-profile artists, including Last Train, Talisco, and The Toxic Avenger. I managed their entire digital presence, orchestrating high-impact online marketing campaigns, digital PR, and multi-channel communication strategies to maximize audience engagement. This experience honed my expertise in driving digital growth, managing complex promotional lifecycles, and aligning creative vision with concrete business and sales objectives.

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Education

BACHELOR DEGREE • LE WAGON, PARIS, FR • 2021 & 2024

Fullstack & No-Code Software Engineering

Completed intensive technical programs focusing on Fullstack software engineering and advanced No-Code/Low-Code architectures. This hands-on foundation strongly reinforces my ability to lead credible, high-level architectural discussions with CTOs, product managers, and engineering teams.

Bachelor degree • UNIVERSITÉ JULES VERNES, AMIENS, FR • 2009—2013

Economics, Law & English

Completed a comprehensive multidisciplinary academic track, earning a degree in Economics and Management, preceded by a Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Political Science, and English. This solid theoretical background provides the essential framework for navigating complex financial procurement cycles and strict regulatory environments like the EU AI Act.

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA • NEEDHAM BROUGHTON HIGH SCHOOL, RALEIGH, NC, USA • 2008

International Exchange Year

Completed an immersive full academic year in North Carolina, USA. This formative international experience cemented my total fluency in English and provided a deep, firsthand understanding of American culture, which has been instrumental in managing cross-border B2B negotiations and collaborating seamlessly with global tech teams.

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Certificates

SCRUM.ORG • 2018

Professional Scrum Master I

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Skills

Enterprise Sales & C-Level Negotiation

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Cross-Functional Team Leadership

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Fullstack & No-Code Development

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Generative AI Strategy & LLMs

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Regulatory Compliance (EU AI Act)

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HTML / CSS / JS

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PHP / RoR

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Adobe Suite

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Microsoft Suite

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Audio Editing

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Languages

French

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English

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Spanish

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Arabic


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Others

RIVIERA • MUSIC

Founding Member & Musician

As a founding member of the rock band RIVIERA, I navigated the international music industry as a true entrepreneur. I co-directed the artistic production and global release of two EPs and a full-length album, collaborating closely with industry heavyweights such as multi-Grammy-nominated producer Bryan Wilson and Charles de Schutter. Beyond the studio, I managed complex logistics and promotional budgets, negotiating contracts for extensive tours across Europe, the USA, and Japan—culminating in a sold-out show at the O2 Academy in Sheffield.