Sami Fournier

Experience

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  France Active Loire

  Apr 2015 - Sept 2015

  Post-Investment Monitoring Intern

  Contributed to the financing and support of social enterprises during my internship. Key responsibilities included:- Monitored a diverse portfolio of 45 investments, ensuring their performance and compliance- Conducted in-depth economic and financial analysis to assess the viability and potential of companies- Evaluated company risk profiles to make informed decisions and mitigate potential issues- Engaged in discussions with company executives to gather insights and build strong relationships- Collaborated on the preparation and processing of financing application files to support investment decisions Show less

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  ACTING Finances

  Feb 2016 - Jul 2016

  FP&A analyst

  Acted as an outsourced financial manager for growing startups and SMEs. Key responsibilities included:- Constructed cash flow projections to forecast and manage liquidity- Prepared financial reports to provide insights into company performance- Conducted acquisition audits to assess potential investment opportunities- Performed management control duties to optimize financial processes- Developed internal procedures to streamline operations and ensure compliance- Prepared financing application files for BPI (Public Investment Bank) and CIR (Research Tax Credit) to secure funding for growth initiatives Show less

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  FinKey

  Jun 2017 - Jul 2019

  Fundraising Manager

  I joined Finkey, a digital investment bank, to support the founders in establishing and growing the fundraising division, which I then took leadership of. My responsibilities encompassed the entire fundraising process, from sourcing potential clients to closing deals. Key accomplishments include:- Sourced and identified high-potential companies for investment opportunities- Constructed financial projections and investor pitch decks to showcase growth potential- Identified and engaged with prospective investors through targeted roadshows- Negotiated terms of investment alongside a business lawyer to ensure favorable outcomesSuccessfully closed 7 fundraising rounds, ranging from 1m€ to 5m€, primarily for startups and SMBs Show less

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  Qomi

  Mar 2019 - Sept 2020

  Co-Founder

  A formative first entrepreneurial experience! From the company's inception to its closure,

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  MagicSauce

  Aug 2019 - Aug 2021

  Co-Founder

  Outbound Agency.An excellent playground for developing tailored growth solutions for our clients.

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  Monkey Factory

  Apr 2020 - now

  CFO

  M-ticketing and MaaS SolutionRevenue: From launch to several m€Fundraising: +€5MHR: Grew from 12 to 40 employees

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  Road-b-Bscore

  May 2020 - Feb 2022

  CFO

  Deep learning for accident risk prediction in the insurance industrySupported growth and successful exit to an industrial company

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  ACTING

  Dec 2020 - now

  Partner, Part-Time CFO

  Part-Time CFO at Acting Finances, providing financial management support to startups and SMEs in France during critical phases such as rapid growth, crisis management, or the entry of investors. Our flexible "CFO on demand" model allows companies to access high-level financial expertise for periods ranging from a few days to several days per week, depending on their needs.Key areas of focus:- Financial strategy and planning- Cash flow management- Fundraising and investor relations- Risk management and crisis mitigation- Financial process optimizationOffices: Paris, Lyon, Aix-Marseille, Bordeaux, Nantes. Show less

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  IExec

  Mar 2021 - Apr 2023

  CFO

  Web3 decentralized computing marketplace (RLC token - €500m market cap)Top 5 largest French ICOsHR: Grew from 22 to over 70 employees

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  Malou

  Mar 2021 - now

  CFO

  SaaS for supporting restaurant owner with digital marketingRevenue: From less than €200K to several m€Fundraising: +€10MHR: Grew from 12 to 70 employees

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  Gryzzly

  Feb 2022 - Mar 2024

  CFO
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  E-ophtalmo

  Sept 2023 - Mar 2024

  CFO

  Support in the closure of operations

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  Leedyz

  Sept 2023 - now

  Co-founder

  Free tool for lead magnet distribution on LinkedIn to maximize your reach

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  Vizcab

  Nov 2023 - Feb 2024

  CFO

  Transition CFOSupported the structuring of financing and managed the finance function between two permanent CFOs

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  HoneyPipe

  Jan 2024 - Feb 2025

  Co-Founder

  Helping sellers dig up golden opportunities on LinkedIn!