Stéphane Michel

Professional Background

Stéphane, a dedicated professional with 29 years of experience, has dedicated his career to understanding the factors that lead to individual and collective success. His philosophy revolves around the understanding that sustainable performance is only achievable in a positive and motivating environment. Throughout his extensive career, he has worked with a diverse range of companies, spanning various sizes and sectors, always with a common thread of enhancing human motivation to foster collective and individual success. Recognizing that no sustainable performance can emerge from a place of struggle, Stéphane champions initiatives that promote a fulfilling workplace experience.

Stéphane's career can be divided into three significant phases, reflecting his broad expertise and commitment to improving management practices. The first phase spans ten years, during which he worked as a consultant and later as a team manager in management consulting and training. This initial experience provided him with invaluable insights into organizational dynamics and the vital role of effective leadership.

In his second phase, Stéphane co-founded and became a co-owner of Kohé Management, an organization focused on continuous growth in the same thematic areas. His role as a co-owner allowed him to deepen his understanding of management challenges while helping various organizations implement strategies that elevate workplace satisfaction and performance.

Currently, Stéphane is embarking on a new venture as the founder and leader of Solar Management. This innovative firm is centered around the mission to reconcile pleasure and work, emphasizing that the workplace can be an extraordinary realm for adventure, shared emotions, and human progress. His vision for Solar Management embodies his belief that the work environment should excite and inspire individuals to realize their potential fully.

Education and Achievements

Stéphane's educational background laid a strong foundation for his impressive career. He initially studied Sciences physiques, obtaining his Bacalauréat C at Lycée Camille Vernet in Valence. This rigorous academic training cultivated his analytical skills and scientific understanding.

Furthering his education, he pursued a DESCAF in Management of Change at the Burgundy School of Business (BSB), where he honed his leadership skills and learned best practices for managing organizational transitions. His academic achievements reflect his commitment to lifelong learning and adaptability within an ever-evolving business landscape.

Stéphane's professional journey is decorated with numerous achievements, credited to his innovative tactics and teamwork-centric approach. His dedication to developing motivational frameworks and enhancing workplace culture has driven measurable improvements in performance across the organizations he has worked with.

Achievements

• Leadership Development: Stéphane has made significant contributions to leadership development, helping leaders foster environments that motivate their teams and promote a culture of success.
• Workplace Motivation Expert: He has established himself as an expert in workplace motivation, understanding how to harness individual strengths for collective benefit.
• Founding Solar Management: His recent founding of Solar Management emphasizes his commitment to changing the narrative around work environments, focusing on creating spaces filled with motivation and joy.
• Consulting Excellence: Through his consulting roles, Stéphane has helped numerous organizations implement effective management strategies that have led to considerable improvements in productivity and employee satisfaction.