Benjamin Carlu

Benjamin Carlu is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in industrial innovation, energy, environment, and industry.

His most recent venture involved co-founding Usine IO, a company that facilitated numerous hardware projects yearly by employing a unique methodology, leveraging industrial experts, and tapping into a vast industrial network.

During his tenure at Usine IO from October 2014 to October 2020, the organization accelerated over 600 innovative projects from startups, SMEs, and larger corporations, boasted a network of over 1,000 alumni, and drew in more than 10,000 European hardware enthusiasts to various tech events.

Benjamin Carlu's educational background includes studying at renowned institutions such as Lycée TR Dorian, Lycée Marcelin Berthelot LMB Saint Maur, and obtaining a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Arts et Métiers ParisTech - École Nationale Supérieure d'Arts et Métiers.

Throughout his career, Benjamin has held key roles in various organizations, including serving as the Industrial Director at The Kase Worldwide, Co-founder and President at Usine IO, and being a co-founder at companies like Stereobank and Flipstory.com.

He has also gained experience as an Investment Associate at Demeter Partners, a Business Development Consultant at IES Synergy, and a Co-Founder at Aexis Energie.

Benjamin's leadership skills were evident early on when he served as the Student Association President at AE ENSAM, showcasing his ability to engage with diverse groups and manage complex projects effectively.