Alice Balagué

Alice Balagué is the Chief Impact Officer at Fairmat, a French deep-tech company specializing in carbon fiber recycling. In her role, she focuses on integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into the company's strategic and operational decisions, aiming to create a positive impact on the planet through innovative recycling technologies.123

Balagué has a strong educational background, holding a Master of Science in International Business and another in Economics and Management in Arts, Culture, Media, and Entertainment from HEC School of Management.34 Prior to joining Fairmat, she gained experience in various roles at companies like YourArt and relevanC, contributing to her expertise in sustainable practices and impact-driven initiatives.3

At Fairmat, she has been instrumental in promoting the company's mission to revolutionize the materials recycling industry. Under her leadership, Fairmat is expanding its operations internationally, including establishing its first U.S. facility in Utah to enhance its carbon fiber recycling capabilities.12 Balagué emphasizes the importance of attracting talent passionate about sustainability and innovation within a startup environment.1