Nathalie Zimmermann

Nathalie Nénon-Zimmermann is a seasoned French executive with extensive experience in the sports, media, and data industries. Here are some key details about her career and background:

Professional Experience

Nathalie previously held the position of Deputy Managing Director in charge of global strategic accounts and revenue growth at Webedia, a role she occupied for 3 years.1 As of October 2024, she has taken on a new role as CEO of 261PI, a position she has held since August 2024.3

Areas of Expertise

Her areas of expertise include:

• Sports industry
• Media
• Entertainment & leisure
• Data

Nathalie is known for her ability to lead turnarounds, relaunch businesses, and create new ventures within companies and group subsidiaries.1

Career Highlights

• Contributed to the commercial development and structuring of around 15 world and continental sporting events across more than 10 Olympic and non-Olympic sports.1
• Helped pioneer sports marketing during her work on the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France.1
• Previously held positions at Kantar Media's sports subsidiary and Sportive.2

Skills and Approach

Nathalie describes herself as adaptable and agile, with a talent for:

• Deal-making
• Working in complex, time-constrained environments
• Combining strategic vision with operational excellence
• Leading multi-disciplinary teams1

Additional Roles

• Vice-President of APELS (Agence pour l'Éducation par le Sport), a leading French association for professional integration through sports skills.1
• Board member for several start-ups.1

Education and Languages

Nathalie has recently completed certifications in:

• Generative AI for Business Leaders (LinkedIn, May 2023)
• Artificial Intelligence and Business Strategy (LinkedIn, June 2023)1

She is fluent in French and English (native or bilingual proficiency) and has limited working proficiency in German.1