What was your first job and what is your actual job?

First job:  my very first job, I was 14 years old. To earn a bit of pocket money, I worked for a few weeks during the summer with a farmer near where I grew up, helping with the harvest of corn and shallot crops.

Actual job: I am the co-founder of ClimeRock, a French startup developing a solution that improves agricultural soils health while removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Do you believe entrepreneurs are born with innate qualities or made through experiences and learning?

👶🏻 Born

🏋️‍♀️ Made

In the classic debate, which came first for you: the egg or the chicken?

🍳 Egg

🐔 Chicken

In the realm of technology, which do you think will have the greatest impact on the food system in the next 10 years? 

Regenerative agriculture solutions and practices. By restoring soil health, these technologies can boost yields, sequester carbon, and reduce dependency on chemical inputs, offering a holistic approach to sustainable farming.

Which skill do you believe will be more useful in the future of work?

Adaptability. The pace of any type of change (climate, technological, etc.) is accelerating, and the future of work will demand the ability to quickly pivot, learn new skills, and adjust to evolving environments. Those who can adapt or even anticipate will thrive.

Describe the most surprising culinary experience you’ve ever had

I would have talked about Jambu, but since it was also mentioned by another founder in a previous interview, I would say mate, even if it’s not exactly a “culinary” experience. When I lived in Argentina, sharing mate for the first time was really surprising! Not just for its flavor, but for the communal ritual, the way it brings people together, transforming a simple tea into a shared experience of friendship and culture.

Name a professional you think we should interview

My very good friend and co-founder Arthur Chabot !