Hi, I'm Olivier Depin, a strategic AI/Tech consultant and founder helping SaaS and digital enterprises unlock AI's full potential. I lead AI strategy, data architecture, and cross-functional programs to deliver measurable business value. I enjoy turning experimentations into scalable roadmaps and partnering with teams to boost ROI and accelerate innovation. Over the past 15+ years I've partnered with startups, scale-ups, and enterprise teams across Telecom, Media, Software, and Professional Services, building AI-enabled platforms, cloud-native architectures, and agile governance. I thrive on turning complex challenges into practical actions and guiding organizations from experimentation to real ROI.

Olivier Depin

Hi, I'm Olivier Depin, a strategic AI/Tech consultant and founder helping SaaS and digital enterprises unlock AI's full potential. I lead AI strategy, data architecture, and cross-functional programs to deliver measurable business value. I enjoy turning experimentations into scalable roadmaps and partnering with teams to boost ROI and accelerate innovation. Over the past 15+ years I've partnered with startups, scale-ups, and enterprise teams across Telecom, Media, Software, and Professional Services, building AI-enabled platforms, cloud-native architectures, and agile governance. I thrive on turning complex challenges into practical actions and guiding organizations from experimentation to real ROI.

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Hi, I’m Olivier Depin, a strategic AI/Tech consultant and founder helping SaaS and digital enterprises unlock AI’s full potential. I lead AI strategy, data architecture, and cross-functional programs to deliver measurable business value. I enjoy turning experimentations into scalable roadmaps and partnering with teams to boost ROI and accelerate innovation.

Over the past 15+ years I’ve partnered with startups, scale-ups, and enterprise teams across Telecom, Media, Software, and Professional Services, building AI-enabled platforms, cloud-native architectures, and agile governance. I thrive on turning complex challenges into practical actions and guiding organizations from experimentation to real ROI.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder/Strategist at VC LT (stealth startup)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Founder and strategist leading AI-enabled transformation roadmaps for a stealth-stage startup; building initial product and go-to-market strategy.
Founder at minichua.com (startup)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024
Developed a Mass Customization Platform for 3D printed figurines; conducted feasibility studies, technical design, deployment, and e-commerce marketing for a new product line.
Program Manager / Lead at OPT-NC (Telecoms operator)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Led evolution and migration of Ericsson BSC SBCS billing system in Agile mode; oversaw project planning, resource and risk management, documentation, and team coordination.
Market Research Lead at Sony (Tech & Media Conglomerate)
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Performed market research and scouting for Sony strategic markets (UI/UX, Communications, Vision, MEMS); defined strategy and monitored trade agreements with deep-tech startups.
Management Consultant at TnP Consultants
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Audit IT operations and organization of logistics and IT-related processes; produced IT transformation roadmaps for clients.
Freelance Consultant at Self-employed
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Provided annual marketing strategy plans for financial services startups and conducted market research/audits for early-stage ventures.
Telecom Systems Engineer / Billing Platform Lead at ALCATEL-LUCENT (Telecom Manufacturer)
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Led the validation cycle of Intelligent Network platforms for pre-paid real-time charging; led the implementation of SMS/MMS platforms and managed telecom billing system maintenance for operators (e.g., Orange Thailand, Polynesia).

Education

Engineering degree at CentraleSupélec, France
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
Executive MBA at London Business School
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Azure AI Engineer
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Telecommunications, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Other