Pierre Gein

Pierre Gein is the Executive Director at the Católica-Lisbon Entrepreneurship Center (CLEC), where he plays a crucial role in supporting early-stage startups during their ideation phase. He holds a degree in Aeronautical Engineering from ESTACA in Paris, along with two postgraduate qualifications from Católica-Lisbon: one in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management and another in Supply Chain Management.1

With over 20 years of experience as a Senior Consultant, Gein has a strong background in enterprise IT and business process design, having worked with major clients in telecommunications and banking across Europe and Africa. His previous roles at companies like CGI, Cap Gemini, and Novabase have equipped him with valuable insights that he applies to his teaching and mentorship of students in entrepreneurship.1

Gein is known for his ability to bridge academic theory with practical entrepreneurial skills, significantly contributing to the Lisbon startup ecosystem. His key competencies include entrepreneurship, innovation management, and supply chain management, reflecting his commitment to fostering technological innovation and business development among students.12