I specialize in networking with decision makers, conducting business introductions, and growing client bases across various international markets. Fluent in French, English, Spanish, and with working knowledge of Mandarin Chinese, I have extensive experience working on AI projects, investment promotion, and supply chain management. My experience spans organizing trade missions and conferences, presenting complex portfolios, and advising on lucrative partnerships. Currently, I work on diverse AI projects in the French market while completing my Masters in Supply Chain Management. My previous roles have given me deep insights into strategic planning, client engagement, and operational optimization, including multicultural and multilingual environments.

Jean-Bernard Digeon

I specialize in networking with decision makers, conducting business introductions, and growing client bases across various international markets. Fluent in French, English, Spanish, and with working knowledge of Mandarin Chinese, I have extensive experience working on AI projects, investment promotion, and supply chain management. My experience spans organizing trade missions and conferences, presenting complex portfolios, and advising on lucrative partnerships. Currently, I work on diverse AI projects in the French market while completing my Masters in Supply Chain Management. My previous roles have given me deep insights into strategic planning, client engagement, and operational optimization, including multicultural and multilingual environments.

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I specialize in networking with decision makers, conducting business introductions, and growing client bases across various international markets. Fluent in French, English, Spanish, and with working knowledge of Mandarin Chinese, I have extensive experience working on AI projects, investment promotion, and supply chain management. My experience spans organizing trade missions and conferences, presenting complex portfolios, and advising on lucrative partnerships.

Currently, I work on diverse AI projects in the French market while completing my Masters in Supply Chain Management. My previous roles have given me deep insights into strategic planning, client engagement, and operational optimization, including multicultural and multilingual environments.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced

Work Experience

Business Developer at National Investment Promotion Direction (DNPI), Central America
August 1, 2015 - May 31, 2021
Successfully organized numerous trade missions to Panama, converting many international prospects into clients. Worked both as part of a team and independently, collaborating with internal and external teams. Helped organize strategically planned international conferences, actively networking with potential prospects to identify their needs and convert many to clients. As the only Chinese speaker, directly contributed to organizing and attending the first ever Expo in Shanghai, presenting investment portfolios in Mandarin and persuading Panama export companies to participate resulting in significant B2B sales. Provided high-level market knowledge, advising clients on valuable local partnerships that often resulted in substantial sales.
Commercial and Consular Assistant at Belgium Embassy, Panama
May 1, 2015 - August 31, 2015
Coordinated with trade ministries of Latin America to encourage their participation in the EU-CELAC summit in Brussels.
Recycling & Energy saving optimization processes Researcher at Nestlé Shanghai, China
June 1, 2011 - August 31, 2011
Proposed solutions for energy efficiency in the manufacturing plant of Nestlé.
Assistant at Trade and Investment Department at BNP Paribas, Panama
May 1, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Evaluated and analyzed Letters of Credits in the Back Office department.
AI Project Contributor at Outlier AI, France
June 7, 2024 - June 7, 2024
Working on a variety of AI projects in the French market.
Business Developer at National Investment Promotion Direction (DNPI), Central America
August 1, 2015 - May 31, 2021
Successfully organized numerous trade missions to Panama, converting many international prospects into clients. Worked both independently and collaboratively to achieve targets, and helped organize international conferences. Acted as the only Chinese speaker in the team, assisting with the first ever Expo in Shanghai for investment and trade by presenting in Mandarin and securing B2B sales. Advised clients in setting up regional headquarters, forging lucrative partnerships with local businesses leading to significant sales.
Commercial and Consular Assistant at Belgium Embassy, Panama
May 1, 2015 - August 31, 2015
Coordinated with trade ministries of Latin America to encourage their participation in the EU-CELAC summit held in Brussels.
Recycling & Energy saving optimization processes Researcher at Nestlé Shanghai, China
June 1, 2011 - August 31, 2011
Proposed solutions to improve energy efficiency at the Nestlé manufacturing plant in Shanghai.
Assistant at Trade and Investment Department at BNP Paribas, Panama
May 1, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Evaluated and analyzed Letters of Credit within the Back Office department.
AI Project Contributor at Outlier AI, France
April 27, 2024 - April 27, 2024
Working on a variety of AI projects targeting the French market, applying ongoing training and developing expertise in AI and machine learning.
Business Developer at National Investment Promotion Direction (DNPI), Central America
May 1, 2021 - August 8, 2025
Organized multiple trade missions to Panama, independently and collaboratively converting prospects into clients. Helped organize international conferences and actively networked to identify and meet client needs. As the only Chinese speaker, contributed to organizing and attending the first Expo in Shanghai, presenting investment portfolios to potential Chinese clients and facilitating significant B2B sales. Provided valuable market knowledge and advised clients on partnerships resulting in significant sales.
Commercial and Consular Assistant at Belgium Embassy, Panama
August 1, 2015 - August 8, 2025
Coordinated with Latin American trade ministries to encourage participation in the EU-CELAC summit in Brussels.
Recycling & Energy saving optimization processes Researcher at Nestlé Shanghai, China
August 1, 2011 - August 8, 2025
Proposed and researched solutions for energy efficiency in Nestlé’s manufacturing plant.
Assistant at Trade and Investment Department at BNP Paribas, Panama
July 1, 2009 - August 8, 2025
Evaluated and analyzed Letters of Credit in the Back Office department supporting trade and investment activities.
Business Developer at National Investment Promotion Direction (DNPI), Central America
May 1, 2021 - September 3, 2025
Organized numerous trade missions in Panama, converting international prospects into clients independently and collaboratively. Helped plan international conferences strategically and networked actively to identify client needs. Served as the only Chinese speaker during the first Expo in Shanghai, presenting investment portfolios to Chinese clients, facilitating participation of Panama export companies, which led to significant B2B sales and successful brand promotion. Advised multinationals on regional headquarters setups and lucrative local partnerships resulting in significant sales.
Commercial and Consular Assistant at Belgium Embassy, Panama
August 1, 2015 - September 3, 2025
Coordinated with trade ministries across Latin America to encourage their participation in the EU-CELAC summit held in Brussels.
Recycling & Energy Saving Optimization Processes Researcher at Nestlé Shanghai, China
August 1, 2011 - September 3, 2025
Proposed energy efficiency solutions for the manufacturing plant at Nestlé Shanghai.
Assistant at Trade and Investment Department at BNP Paribas, Panama
July 1, 2009 - September 3, 2025
Evaluated and analyzed Letters of Credit in the Back Office department, supporting trade and investment operations.

Education

Masters at EAE Business School Madrid, Spain
October 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022
B.A. at University of Nevada Reno Reno, United States
August 1, 2008 - May 31, 2013
Masters at EAE Business School Madrid, Spain
October 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022
B.A. at University of Nevada Reno Reno, United States
August 1, 2008 - May 31, 2013
Master's at EAE Business School Madrid, Spain
October 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022
Bachelor's at University of Nevada Reno Reno, United States
August 1, 2008 - May 31, 2013
Masters in Supply Chain Management at EAE Business School Madrid, Spain
October 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Chinese Studies (Mandarin) at Tsinghua University Beijing, China
August 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
B.A. in International Affairs at University of Nevada Reno, United States
August 1, 2008 - May 1, 2013
Chinese Studies (Mandarin) at Shanghai University, Shanghai, China
August 1, 2010 - May 1, 2011
Masters in Supply Chain Management at EAE Business School Madrid
October 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Chinese Studies (Mandarin) at Tsinghua University Beijing
August 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
B.A. in International Affairs at University of Nevada Reno
August 1, 2008 - May 1, 2013
Chinese Studies (Mandarin) at Shanghai University Shanghai
August 1, 2010 - May 1, 2011

Qualifications

Masters Studies and Ongoing Training including SAP and accounting, AI and Machine Learning projects
May 1, 2021 - November 30, 2024
Masters Studies and Ongoing Training
May 1, 2021 - November 1, 2024
Masters in Supply Chain Management
May 1, 2021 - November 30, 2024
Training in SAP and accounting
May 1, 2021 - November 30, 2024
Training on AI and Machine Learning projects
May 1, 2021 - November 30, 2024
Driving License B
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Driving License B
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Government, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Energy & Utilities, Transportation & Logistics, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Agriculture & Mining