Roland Jais-Nielsen

Roland Jais-Nielsen is an entrepreneur and business leader based in Paris, France. He is currently the Founder and CEO of Hero, a financial technology company he established in September 2021.1 Hero is described as the financial operating system for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), aiming to power their growth in Europe through improved access to liquidity.1

Professional Background

Prior to founding Hero, Roland Jais-Nielsen has had experience in launching and running various companies:

Co-Founder of BLING: From May 2019 to April 2020, he co-founded BLING, a fintech startup focused on providing low-cost financial services to underbanked individuals.1

Co-Founder & CEO of Merci Handy: Between January 2014 and December 2018, he co-founded and led Merci Handy, a lifestyle brand creating colorful and playful everyday cosmetic products.1 Under his leadership, the company expanded to over 14 countries in Europe, partnering with major retailers like Sephora, Monoprix, and H&M.

Education and Skills

Roland holds a Master's degree in Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Marketing from INSEEC, which he completed between 2008 and 2013.1 He is proficient in both French and English, with native or bilingual proficiency in both languages.1

Current Role at Hero

As the Founder and CEO of Hero, Roland is leading a company that offers:

• Capital financing for working capital, including receivables and payables
• Multiple accounts for embedded channels
• A centralized cockpit for reviewing and controlling financial flows1

Roland Jais-Nielsen's LinkedIn profile, under the username "rolandnielsen," reflects his entrepreneurial spirit and his focus on starting, running, and investing in companies.1