Dr. Nesrine Padovani is an experienced strategy consultant, investor, and former McKinsey expert, specializing in high-impact business transformation and technology-driven growth. As CEO & Co-founder of UpGradelle, she leads a consulting firm that advises CAC40 corporations—including AIRBUS, EDF, Framatome, and Stellantis—on industrial innovation, energy flexibility, and digital transformation.
Appointed as an Expert Advisor for the European Innovation Council (EIC) and the European Commission, she evaluates and supports billion-euro investment decisions in cutting-edge technologies. With a deep understanding of corporate strategy, industrial competitiveness, and regulatory landscapes, she helps both governments and enterprises navigate complex market shifts, sustainability transitions, and emerging tech adoption.
Her expertise lies in delivering measurable business impact, from structuring large-scale investment projects to optimizing corporate innovation pipelines and M&A strategies.
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