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Marine Francois
Investment & Trade Specialist at U.S. Commercial Service
Marine Francois is a French-American Trade & Investment Specialist with extensive experience in international business development and commercial diplomacy.1 She currently serves as a Senior Commercial Specialist & Group Director for the U.S. Commercial Service at the US Embassy in Paris.2
Professional Background
Marine Francois has over 15 years of experience managing business development teams and international expansion projects.1 Her career trajectory includes:
- Current Role: Senior Commercial Specialist & Group Director at U.S. Commercial Service, US Embassy Paris (since March 2021)2
- Previous Positions:
- Managing Director / Directrice d'Activite Art de Vivre at Business France (July 2023 - Present)
- Head of Lifestyle Department at Business France (November 2017 - August 2023)
- Director of Government Partnerships and Consulting Services at ALTIOS International (October 2014 - November 2017)
- Manager of Trade Support Activities for SMEs at CIC Bank (January 2012 - June 2014)
- International Business Development Manager at CIC Bank (November 2009 - December 2011)1
Expertise and Responsibilities
In her current role, Marine Francois focuses on:
- Investment and trade specialization
- Commercial diplomacy
- Foreign Direct Investment
- Sectors including Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Renewable Energy, Services, Travel & Tourism, and SelectUSA1
Her responsibilities have included managing teams, advising companies on international expansion, promoting trade and export finance solutions, and developing relationships with key stakeholders in the US and France.1
Education and Skills
Marine Francois is described as a creative thinker who is always looking for new challenges.1 Her diverse educational background includes studies in Entrepreneurship and Management.
Marine Francois can be reached professionally at marinejmfrancois@gmail.com.1
