MEET JENNIFER CAYLA: REVOLUTIONIZING FOOD DELIVERY WITH GIMMY

Jennifer Cayla holds a double degree in Business Management from ESCP Europe and in Technology from CentraleSupélec. She began her career as a consultant at the Boston Consulting Group, where she stayed for over three years. After her experience at BCG, she moved into the startup ecosystem, first joining The Line as Chief of Staff to the CEO in 2021. In 2022, Jennifer co-founded Gimmy with Fériel Ferrad (also a former BCG consultant) to revolutionize the food industry by creating fully-serviced delivery brands for kitchen operators. Gimmy currently operates 200+ digital restaurants across six brands.

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

First job: Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group

Actual job: Co-founder and co-CEO of Gimmy

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? 

AI. It will revolutionize the restaurant industry by streamlining operations, minimizing waste, and predicting demand with unprecedented accuracy. It will personalize the dining experience through dynamic menus and smart ordering systems, while robotics and AI-driven kitchens will ensure consistent, high-quality food faster than ever.

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

Adaptability and resilience will be the most critical skills for success. As AI reshapes industries, workflows, and human behavior at an unprecedented pace, those who can quickly adjust, reinvent themselves, and embrace constant change will thrive where others struggle to keep up.

Describe the most surprising culinary experience you’ve ever had

Vegan salmon sushi – impressive and delicious !

Name a professional you think we should interview

Brice Konda from Inpulse.