Florian Bouju

COO of a Tech Startup

Florian Bouju is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at ProductionPro Technologies Inc., a role he has held since 2014. He plays a crucial part in the company's financial and operational management, supporting the CEO and leading various strategic initiatives. Notably, Bouju has been instrumental in developing a fundraising strategy that successfully raised $5 million from venture capitalists, and he facilitated the company's participation in the Disney Accelerator program.1 2

Professional Background

Early Career: Bouju began his career in 2008 as a Project Manager at BNP Paribas Real Estate, where he managed high-end corporate office projects and led a team responsible for substantial capital budgets. His innovative work earned him an award for launching the company's first online bidding platform.1
Financial Analysis Role: In 2013, he transitioned to Cole Haan as a Financial Analysis & Strategic Planning Analyst, where he enhanced management reporting processes and provided insights that improved store profitability through data analysis.1
Current Role at ProductionPro: As COO, Bouju oversees operational efficiency and is involved in both internal and external leadership functions. His diverse experience across project management and financial analysis underscores his adaptability in various industries.1 2

Education

Florian Bouju holds multiple degrees:

MBA from NYU Stern School of Business (2012-2014), specializing in Finance, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation.
MBA from the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne (2007-2008).
Master's degree in Engineering with a focus on Civil Engineering from Mines Douai (2003-2007) .1

Additionally, he has obtained a certification in Agile Foundations from LinkedIn in April 2020.1

Personal Insights

Bouju describes himself as someone who attempts to "plan and predict the future but live in the moment," indicating a balance between strategic foresight and present engagement.2 His leadership style reflects a commitment to enhancing operational capabilities within the creative technology sector, particularly in film, TV, and theater production.3