Alessio was born and raised in Southern Italy. After completing his undergraduate degree in Economics and Business at LUISS University in Rome, he pursued a master’s degree in Management at ESCP Business School in Paris, graduating in 2024, which included an exchange program at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Before joining Dedale as an Investment and Strategy Analyst, Alessio gained experience in Investment Banking through internships at ABN Amro and UniCredit. Alessio speaks Italian and English fluently and has intermediate proficiency in French.

Alexis is Franco-Italian and has built his career in technology consulting and sales. He began as a business developer in the wine tech sector before transitioning to consultant in emerging technologies at Atos and Wavestone. He then spent over four years at Darktrace as a Senior Key Account Executive, contributing to the growth of the French office. Since joining Dedale, Alexis has been leading sales and investor relations efforts across France, the U.S., and the U.K. Alexis holds a degree from Concordia University in Montréal, where he lived for a year. He is also a published author with a novel to his name and more to come. He speaks French, Italian, English, and Spanish.

Ali was born in Morocco and has been living in France for the past 7 years. He previously held Equity Analyst roles at Amiral Gestion and ODDO BHF before joining Dedale in 2021 as an Investment Research Analyst. His expertise spans HCM, ERP, Supply Chain & Global Trade Management, Healthcare & Life Sciences, and IT Services. Ali is proficient in English, French, and Arabic, and graduated from Skema Business School with a master's degree in MS, Banking, Corporate Finance, and Securities Law.

Altynay, originally from Kazakhstan, moved to France in 2021. She holds a Master’s degree in Management from HEC Paris, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Finance with a focus on Corporate Finance and Investment Management from KIMEP University. Altynay has developed a broad range of professional experience through roles in Audit & Assurance at PwC, Financial Advisory at EY, Strategy Consulting at MAD, and Product Management at Louis Vuitton and Van Cleef & Arpels. Currently, she serves as an Investment & Strategy Analyst at Dedale. Altynay is fluent in English, French, Russian, and Kazakh.

As a Data Operations Specialist, Lai plays a crucial role in producing detailed profiles that help organizations make informed decisions. She has a strong background in research and knowledge management. She has also gained valuable experience in analytical and organizational skills. Lai is also an avid volunteer, dedicating her time to various causes, while also pursuing personal growth by learning different languages and exploring new cultures through travel.

Andrea Carminati is an Analyst at Dedale, where he supports the Research team. Prior to Dedale, Andrea interned in private equity at ISAI in Paris, focusing on Tech Growth and Buyout transactions. Previously, he interned in Investment Banking at Bryan, Garnier & Co in New York, and also worked in the Global Markets division of Credit Agricole CIB as an interest rates and derivatives trader. Originally from France but having spent most of his childhood abroad, Andrea holds a Bachelor’s degree from King's College London, and a Master's degree from Imperial College London. He speaks English, French, and Spanish.

Anton was born and presently lives in France. He earned a master’s degree from HEC Paris, graduating from the Programme Grande Ecole. Anton gained significant experience in Private Equity through internships at Sienna Private Equity and at Natixis Partners in Investment Banking, focusing on LBO sell-side mergers and acquisitions. He now serves as an Investment & Strategy Analyst at Dedale. Anton is fluent in French and English, with basic proficiency in Spanish.

Arny is a dedicated HR professional with a background in human resources and psychology. He specializes in workforce management, employee well-being, and organizational development. Passionate about improving organizational culture and performance, Arny excels at aligning HR strategies with business objectives to enhance employee engagement and ensure competitiveness in a dynamic work environment.

Aurelle Mace is a Content Editor at Dedale, where she brings clarity and creativity to content development. She previously worked as an Executive Virtual Assistant for nearly two years with Book With Mel, an event planning company, and Supply Lock AI, a demand planning software firm. A BA Psychology graduate from the University of the Philippines Cebu (Class of 2022), Aurelle is known for her persistence, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous growth in her field.

Born in Hong Kong, Ben is a professional with experience spanning multiple continents, including Hong Kong, England, Australia, and Paris. Currently at Dedale, Ben is primarily focused on two key elements: growth and scale. Demonstrating adeptness in navigating various aspects of the business, his primary objective is to enhance operational efficiency and effectively expand capacity. As the existing business offerings evolve and new additions find a place in the catalog, Ben ensures a smooth integration of these developments. Ben's educational background is on Marketing and Management, complemented by ongoing studies in Psychology. His experience spans both start-ups and scale-ups at different growth stages, as well as multinational corporations. While proficient in English, he is also dedicated to learning French and German.

As CEO at Dedale, his day-to-day naturally focuses on all the growth aspects of the company. He spends as much time as possible with clients and external stakeholders, ensuring they receive all the value they need from Dedale. A significant portion of his time is also dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of intelligence delivery, consistently and reliably. Additionally, being part of a collective, he naturally focuses on internal talent development as well as attracting new talents to join Dedale’s growing global team.

Given his past experiences and current focus at Dedale, he has developed strong intellectual leadership across all intelligence use cases for investors, as well as strategic support for corporates. He also brings deep expertise in specific segments, including industrial software, supply chain software, cybersecurity, and Office of the CFO functions.

Carla was born in Paris and holds dual French and Spanish nationality. After completing a double Master’s degree from HEC Paris and FGV EAESP (São Paulo), Carla began her career in Venture Capital at a global fund based in Europe, focusing on evaluating Series A and B investment opportunities. She later transitioned to cross-border M&A in São Paulo, Brazil, where she advised on transactions between Europe and Latin America. Since 2024, Carla has been an Investment and Strategy Analyst at Dedale. She is fluent in French, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Carolyn, residing in Cebu, Philippines, completed an Airline Management course. Currently, she is the Planning Operations Manager at Dedale, where she demonstrates her leadership, research, and management skills. Carolyn's expertise includes her time as a Senior Recruitment Team Lead—mainly in global talent acquisition, team leadership, and strategy development.

Ningxin (Catherine) was born in China and has been living in France for the past 4 years. After completing her Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Political Science at Boston College, Catherine pursued her studies at ESSEC Business School. She joined Dedale in January 2024. She has worked in Growth Equity fund, Asset Management, and Public Policy. Catherine speaks English and Mandarin Chinese.

Born and raised in Cebu, Cheyenne recently joined Dedale as a Network Research Associate. She is a May 2024 graduate of Cebu Normal University-Main, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education, majoring in English.

Gech, based in Cebu, Philippines, holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. With more than 4+ years of experience in customer service, and data processing, including a managerial position in sales at a local firm, he joined Dedale in 2023 as a Network Research Planner. Gech focuses on identifying experts for Information Database, Private Investments, Ecosystem, Construction Software, Order Management Systems, Digital Commerce CRM, and Customer Experience Management.

Cindy has a background in administrative support, customer service, and legal assistance. At Dedale, she works as a c, identifying and reaching out to industry experts to support research initiatives.

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Born in France, Clémence moved around frequently and lived in many cities before settling in Paris five years ago. She graduated from NEOMA Business School, where she completed an international english-taught program. Since then, she has built a career in the tech industry, a field she's passionate about. As Marketing Lead at Dedale, she brings her strategic mindset and creativity skills to drive brand growth and engagement.

Cynthia is German-Italian and has built her career working with the most strategic accounts across EU and US at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield for four years and then moved to Google to advice high-value German SMBs with their digital growth strategy. Having co-founded a startup within education in South Africa, she has always reflected a passion for entrepreneurial ventures and innovation. In her role at Dedale she leads the expansion efforts and relationships across DACH, BeNeLux and the US. Cynthia possesses a global perspective, having lived on three continents, graduated from international schools along with bilingual proficiency in English, German, and French.

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Cédric started his career in Business Development at CANAL+ and Pernod Ricard, then specialized in technology & software, especially on Go-To-Market, Sales, and Key Account Management functions, including over 4 years at Meltwater. Cédric graduated from Emlyon Business School (Grande École Program, MSc in Management), studied at ECNU in Shanghai, China, and worked for 6 months in Sydney, Australia. At Dedale, Cédric leads the Sales team and execution of the GTM strategy and the development of the company's investor, advisor and top executive network. He also co-pilots the investor relations (Customer Success), building relationships with leading corporates and investment firms across Europe and the U.S.

Diane, currently based in Cebu, Philippines, is a licensed nurse practitioner with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Her professional background includes 12 years of experience in local and international firms, where she developed expertise in HR, recruitment, client support, multi-office management, and business operations. In 2021, Diane transitioned to Dedale, initially joining the sales team and later moving to the role of overseeing operations in the Philippine office. Her responsibilities include human resources, accounting, communications, and research planning support.

Driss is originally from Morocco and currently resides in France. He joined Dedale in 2025 after graduating from HEC Paris. He worked as a Private Equity Analyst intern at Raise Investissement, focusing on European SMBs before joining Deezer's Strategy and M&A team, a French leading music streaming platform. Driss is fluent in English, French, Spanish and Arabic.

Earl currently resides in Cebu, Philippines. He graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology with honors and holds a Master's degree in Public Administration. Earl's career began in 2010 at Author Solutions Inc., where he gained extensive experience in operations, people, and project management, alongside teaching IT courses in academia. He played a key role in establishing the community department at a Russian educational tech company, focusing on iterative process creation and improvements. In November 2023, Earl embarked on a new challenge as the first Data Operations Manager at Dedale. His current responsibilities include ensuring efficient and streamlined processes in the commercialization of company profiles, Airtable management, and supervision of the Philippine Operations Team.

Ethan was born and raised in France. He earned a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence from ENS Paris-Saclay, followed by a time at Cambridge, where he worked at the intersection of Life Sciences and AI. He then returned to Paris to pursue an industrial PhD in AI applied to Drug Discovery, conducted jointly between ENS Paris and Synsight. During the penultimate year of his PhD, Ethan served as an R&D Project Manager at Synsight, overseeing research projects. After completing his PhD, he joined Artefact as a Senior Consultant, focusing on data strategy and product development within the Healthcare and Life Sciences practice. Ethan later moved into venture capital at Elaia, concentrating on early-stage deep tech investments. He currently works at Dedale as an Investment & Strategy Associate, where he focuses on strategic projects and investment analysis.

Etienne is a French and Austrian citizen, fluent in French, English, and German. He has seven years of experience in sales, specializing in client relationship development. After graduating from emlyon business school in Lyon, Etienne began his career in IT consulting before transitioning to the leadership coaching sector, both in fast-paced growth environments. Since joining Dedale, Etienne has been leading sales and investor relations efforts in France, Nordics and the DACH region.

Eve, based in Cebu, began her career in customer service and as a virtual executive assistant supporting U.S.-based C-level executives. She joined Dedale as a Network Research Planner and now leads a team of 9, focusing on mentoring, collaboration, and driving performance across research and interview coordination.

Ewald is originally from south of France and currently resides in Paris. He had past experience within the Bryan Garnier & Co, TMT team as merger & acquisition analyst and within the Seven2 Development investment team as private equity analyst. Ewald joined the Research team in early 2025 as an Investment & Strategy Analyst, after a year spent at HSG St Gallen within the Bank & Finance Master Exchange Progamme. He graduated from EDHEC Business School Grande Ecole Programme and speaks fluent French and English.

Gauthier was born and raised in French Brittany and developed an interest in programming during his early teens. He graduated from Epitech and then spent two years in South Korea, where he studied and worked, gaining exposure to diverse cultures. Following his return, Gauthier worked at Acolad, a leading European localization service provider, where he became an Engineering Manager and contributed to the company's technological advancement. In September 2024, Gauthier joined Dedale as a Tech Lead, aiming to enhance the company's technological capabilities and develop its technical teams.

Investment Analyst at Dedale, supporting private equity clients with deep-dive research on vertical B2B software markets. Previously worked in M&A at UniCredit and Spada Partners, and in Asset Management at Mediolanum. Strong academic background from EDHEC and Bocconi, with a focus on corporate finance, valuation, and LBO modeling.

Giovanni is a Content Engagement Associate at Dedale, where he ensures the success of clients on a day-to-day basis. His professional journey started as a Content Specialist for a freelancer catering to Beauty, Pets, SaaS, and Sports industries. He then proceeded to explore towards Australian Financing as a Client Services Officer, as well as a General Virtual Assistant freelancer focusing on Marketing.

Glazy is based in Cebu and holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting from the University of San Jose-Recoletos. She started her career as a Data Analyst, where she validated report accuracy, provided data-driven insights, and automated reporting processes using SQL. Glazy also has experience as a data specialist, focusing on data interpretation, reporting, and process optimization. At Dedale, Glazy is involved in the end-to-end process of the companies' profile commercialization initiative, interpreting and analyzing market research data, and delivering accurate, publication-ready company profiles as a Data Operations Specialist.

Born and raised in Paris, he benefits from hands-on experience in private equity through internships at Lauxera Capital Partners, Seven2, and Ardian, where he primarily worked on tech-focused deals. He joined Dedale Intelligence as a Strategy & Investment Analyst after graduating from EMLyon Business School.

Hugo was born and raised in France. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Management and a Master’s degree in Finance from Skema Business School, graduating in 2024. Prior to joining Dedale as an Investment & Strategy Analyst, he worked as an M&A analyst intern at Altamoda and BNP Paribas CIB. He is fluent in French and English.

Jan has joined the company in 2025 as a Talent Acquisition Manager. His responsibilities involve oversight of Dedale's hiring activities as well as improvement of TA strategy and talent attraction. Originally from Poland, Jan has graduated with 2 Master degrees - Political Science from Université Libre de Bruxelles and Philosophy from KU Leuven. He has experience working in Czech Republic as an agency recruiter, as well as internal development of talent acquisition in startup environment.

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Jaysel is based in Cebu and has a background in Accounting Technology. Before joining Dedale, she worked in sourcing and social media marketing, where she developed skills in data analysis and process optimization. In April 2024, she joined BF Conseil—Dedale’s sister company—as a Finance and Admin Associate, supporting the CEO and executive assistant with financial operations and administrative tasks. She now works at Dedale as a Data Operations Specialist, where she helps build company profiles by analyzing market research data and ensuring accuracy for publication.

Born in France, Jeanne has also gained international experience after living in China and Spain. After gaining diverse professional experience across various industries, she joined Dedale to align her strategic skills with her interest in the tech sector.

Jeff, based in Cebu, Philippines, holds a degree in Business Administration. With a diverse background across multiple industries including retail, contact centers, telecom, and finance, Jeff has honed his skills in various roles such as site management, quality control, escalations, operations management, and innovations. Currently serving as a Senior Operations Specialist, Jeff leverages his extensive experience to review and optimize operational processes, driving efficiency and innovation within the organization.

Jenny Dee, currently residing in Cebu, Philippines, achieved honors in earning her Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and holds a license as a teacher practitioner. With over 5 years of experience in recruitment, real estate, and offshore administrative tasks, she made a career shift by joining Dedale in 2021 as a Communication Specialist, subsequently transitioning to a Recruitment Specialist role. Currently, she serves as a Network Research Planner, actively engaged in expert research for B2B companies. Her role involves collecting insights through post-call interviews for segments such as Insurtech, Information Database, Niche ERP, Customer Experience Platform, and Order and Warehouse Management Systems.

Born and raised in Cebu, Jessa is an Admin and Finance Associate with a strong foundation in mathematics and a commitment to continuous learning. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, majoring in Mathematics, from Cebu Normal University. With experience in teaching and a keen eye for organization, Jessa applies her analytical and technical skills to support administrative and financial operations effectively.

Jonas, originally from Germany, holds a Master’s in Strategic Management from HEC Paris and a Bachelor's in International Management from ESB Business School, including an exchange at NEOMA in France. He gained experience at Henkel in Strategic and Financial Controlling, at sennder in Corporate M&A, and at Roland Berger in Strategy Consulting between Munich and Chicago. Now an Investment & Strategy Analyst at Dedale, Jonas is fluent in German, English, and French, and speaks some Spanish.

Rafa, based in Cebu, holds a Bachelor's degree in Education with a focus on English. With over 2 years of experience in administration and operations, he specializes in process optimization and data management using tools like Google Sheets and Airtable. Rafa leads a team in the Content Operation Department, overseeing quality assurance for 1,000+ transcripts, ensuring content accuracy, consistency, and process efficiency. He has also contributed to the migration, QA, and reporting of 300+ company profiles.

Julia, originally from Latvia, has lived in France for 20 years. After 2 years at BNP Paribas as an internal auditor, she joined Boston Consulting Group, specializing in Financial Services and leading strategy and investment projects across FMCG, Retail, and Airports for 5 years. She then led digital transformation and innovation at a top 5 French insurer, focusing on M&A and health insurance for 4 years. Since 2021, Julia has been the COO of Dedale, overseeing global research, finance, HR, and operations. She speaks English, French, and Russian and graduated with distinction from HEC Paris in 2010.

Julien is originally from and currently resides in France. He spent the first 5 years of his career at Société Générale in investment banking, initially focusing on large-cap merger and acquisition, and later transitioning to equity research where he covered business services companies. Julien then joined Lazard as part of the sustainable investing team, notably covering green techs. At Dedale, Julien oversees research on listed software companies and serves as deputy CFO. He speaks English, French, and Spanish, and graduated from IÉSEG School of Management.

Junela hails from Cebu, Philippines and holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. After gaining over 5 years of experience in customer support, ESL instruction, process training, and quality performance analysis, Junela entered Dedale where she specialized in Talent Acquisition/Network Research, handling tasks such as drafting job descriptions, sourcing talents, conducting interviews, and orchestrating onboarding schedules. After 2 years in this position, Junela has remained with Dedale since 2021, concentrating on filling diverse positions ranging from internships to leadership roles in Paris, Cebu, and Cairo.

Junhao was born in China and has lived in Paris for over 6 years. He joined Dedale in 2021 as an Investment Research Analyst, working on multiple segment reviews and due diligence projects in areas like Supply Chain, Industrial, Financial Services, and GIS. Before joining Dedale, he had over 2 years of experience in PE and VC, including at BNP Paribas Asset Management and First Bridge Ventures. Junhao is a graduate of Hong Kong Polytechnic University and holds a Master's degree in Management from ESSEC Business School.

Lina was born in the US and raised in Morocco. After preparatory classes and five years at HEC Paris, she gained strong experience in Private Equity and Strategic M&A. She then spent nearly two years in strategy consulting, advising asset managers in Europe and the US on market entry, business strategy, and M&A. Lina joined Dedale as an Associate, leveraging her background to support clients in evaluating B2B software investments. She speaks English, French, Arabic, and Spanish.

Born in France and of Chinese heritage, Lionel is an Associate at Dedale. Prior to joining the firm in 2024, Lionel began his career in strategy consulting at Monitor Deloitte. At Dedale, he has been actively involved in projects across software for Local Government and in hospitality sectors. Lionel holds a dual Master’s degree in Management from ESCP Business School and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He is fluent in English, French, German, and Chinese.

Mafany joined the Research Team in early 2025 as an Investment and Strategy Analyst. He has previous experience in Venture Capital at Inovexus, and in Private Equity at RGREEN Invest. Mafany was born in Cameroon, before moving to the UK at the age of 9 and residing there until the age of 18. He moved to France in 2021, and holds a Master's degree in Management from HEC Paris, specializing in Strategic Management. He is a health, fitness and gym enthusiast, and an unfortunate Arsenal fan.

Malek was born and raised in Tunisia and moved to the UK after high school, where he lived for 6 years. He earned a Bachelor's degree from King's College London and a Master's degree from Cass Business School. Malek gained experience at Mazars, SOLAR23, and Datalog. At Dedale, he is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with financial investors and B2B software executives and identifying corporate development opportunities for the firm. Malek is fluent in Arabic, French, and English.

Marin was born in France and has spent his career between France and USA. After graduating with a double Master's degree from CentraleSupélec (Paris, France) and GeorgiaTech (Atlanta, USA), Marin dedicated his 8-year career to technology. He spent the first 4 years in IT & management consulting at PwC in New York, followed by 3 years at Capgemini Invent in Paris. Currently, at Dedale, Marin assists clients in understanding the fundamental value of tech companies across various expertise areas, including IT services, IT Infrastructure & Management, Cybersecurity, Healthcare, and Supply Chain. Marin speaks French, English, and intermediate Spanish.

Therese is a data-driven strategist and leader with expertise in management, content development, and operations. As a Data Operations Specialist at Dedale, she supports investment decisions through data analysis. At 19, she became Country Manager for the Philippines and Taiwan at a French tech startup, leading a cross-functional team, driving market expansion, and increasing brand visibility. Therese graduated Magna Cum Laude in Hospitality Management and has held senior roles in content strategy, including Head Content Strategist and senior writer in B2B and tech sectors. She brings a unique blend of leadership, academic achievement, and operational expertise to every project.

Mathieu began his career with 4+ years in strategy consulting, covering a wide range of industries including retail, telecoms and healthcare. He then joined an insurtech company under LBO as Strategy & Transformation Manager, where he launched a new activity. Since joining Dedale, Mathieu has been leading multiple projects from deep software segment research to more target-centric operations with pre-due diligence and commercial due diligence work, covering areas like Financial Services, Office of the CFO, Digital Experience Platform or Governance, Risk & Compliance.

Matteo was born in Italy. He joined Dedale in January 2024 as an Investment Analyst Intern. Before joining Dedale, he completed a 6 month internship in investment banking working at Banco Santander in Milan. Matteo is a graduate of Milano Bicocca University and holds a Master's degree in Management from Bocconi University.

Maxence was born and currently resides in France. After 6 years at Boston Consulting Group as a strategy consultant, Maxence entered the HR-tech company iziwork where he specialized in leading the French core operations. After 2 years in this role, Maxence joined the Leadership Team at Dedale to develop expertise in Manufacturing and Supply Chain Software, HR Software, Office of the CFO, and Office of the CIO Solutions. Maxence speaks French and English and graduated in Engineering from École des ponts ParisTech in France and in Technology Policy from Cambridge University in the UK.

Maxime was born and presently lives in France. After 8 years at Boston Consulting Group as a strategy consultant and manager, Maxime entered the software and technology sector where he specialized in strategic plans for large companies and commercial due diligence for Private-Equity companies in the Energy and Technologies space in Europe, Africa, and South-East Asia, doing research and publishing on Artificial Intelligence and DeepTech in businesses. Since 2023, Maxime joined Dedale to lead the efforts to build and scale its products, tech, and data stack. Maxime speaks English and French and graduated from CentraleSupélec and ESCP Business School.

Maxime, half British and half Dutch, is a Senior Associate at Dedale. He holds a double degree, Master's in Management and Master's of Sciences in Corporate Finance from EDHEC. Prior to joining Dedale Maxime worked in financial auditing and investment banking at PwC and Crédit Agricole CIB in France. Since joining in June 2022, Maxime has focused most of his work on research projects around Office of the CIO (ITSM, AIOps, Observability & DevOps), IT services and healthcare technology.

Menchie is an Executive Assistant supporting the Sales Executive at Dedale. With over three years in the financial services industry, she specializes in administrative support, client coordination, and streamlining processes.

Milo, based in Cebu, Philippines, earned his bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, majoring in General Science, from Cebu Normal University. With a background in science teaching, academic research assistance, healthcare customer success, sales, customer service, and technical support, he currently works as a Customer Success Associate at Dedale, where he supports business intelligence efforts and strengthens client relationships.

Mike is an Operations Specialist based in Cebu, Philippines. With a background in web development, marketing, and research, he brings a unique mix of analytical and creative skills to streamline systems, manage data, and support efficient operations. Calm and reliable, he ensures smooth execution across tasks and teams.

Milena, of Armenian-Russian descent, spent her formative years in Russia before relocating to France in 2022. Currently serving as a Junior Investment Research Analyst at Dedale, she previously undertook a Global Banking Summer Internship at BNP Paribas CIB in London and fulfilled the role of an M&A analyst at Fordewind. Milena earned a Master of Science in International Finance from HEC Paris and a Bachelor's degree with First Class Honours in Economics and Finance from the University of London.

Nader was born and raised in Lebanon. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Saint-Joseph University in Beirut and a Master’s degree in Banking & Corporate Finance from Kedge Business School in France, where he graduated in 2024. Nader has gained experience in financial analysis and strategy through his roles as a Financial Planning Analyst Intern at Edenred and Head of Finance at Elliade, a French start-up. His responsibilities included cash management, treasury monitoring, and enhancing inventory processes. Nader is fluent in French, Arabic, and English.

Born and raised in Cebu, Nico graduated at the University of the Visayas with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. With his extensive background in quality and data analysis, and in graphic design, he joins Dedale as a Data Operations Support - contributing his creative mind and keen eye for details to the team.

Omar is currently based in Cairo and holds over 2 years of experience in banking, financial services, and retail. In 2023, Omar joined Dedale as an Investment and Strategy Associate. Since then, he has been actively involved in analyzing various investment and strategy segments. His focus includes Insurtech, Financial Services, Information Databases, Office of the CIO and more. Omar holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.

Pablo was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. He co-founded Krill, a robotics company focused on water quality measurement, while pursuing his Bachelor of Computer Science at the Delft University of Technology. Afterward, he moved to Munich for his Master of Data Science at the Technical University of Munich. He has held internships at PwC Amsterdam in the Deal Analytics M&A department and at BCG Madrid as a strategy consulting intern. Pablo joined Dedale as an Investment & Strategy Analyst, where he focuses on strategic projects and investment analysis. He oversees the evaluation of investment opportunities and the development of business strategies. Pablo is fluent in Spanish, Catalan, English, French, and German.

Paulyn graduated from the University of Santo Tomas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. She then pursued her Master's degree in Sociology at the Moscow Pedagogical State University in Moscow, Russia. In 2021, Paulyn moved to Cebu to work as an Analyst at Mercedes-Benz Group Services, handling accounting processes for RU and EU markets. Since 2024, Paulyn has been part of Dedale, streamlining data operations and enhancing efficiency in data management systems as a Data Operations Specialist.  Paulyn can speak in English, Filipino, Russian, and Cebuano.

Perla currently resides in Cebu, Philippines. After 2 years as a Leads Generation Marketer, Perla entered the tech industry where she specialized in sourcing, planning, and interview coordination as a Network Research Planner. In 2020, Perla took the lead as a pioneering Network Research Planner at Dedale, focusing on completion and profile sourcing in sectors such as AI Space, Banking and Personal Finance, Treasury Management Software, Order Management System, and Capital Market Space. Perla holds a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management.

Peter Joshua, also known as PJ, is based in Cebu City, Philippines, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Velez College. Before joining Dedale, PJ gained experience as a Customer Service Representative. Now, as part of Dedale, he focuses on identifying experts in fields such as Information Database, Private Investments, Ecosystem, Construction Software, Order Management Systems, Digital Commerce CRM, and Customer Experience Management.

Born in France in the 20th century (1999), Pierre grew up in parisian region. He studied IT at EPITECH in Montpellier then in Paris, after he left France to live 1 year and a half in Canada. He came back to France and now work at Dedale in Paris as a Fullstack Developer.

Cess currently resides in Cebu, Philippines. With 7 years of experience in talent acquisition, demand generation, and operations management at notable firms in the Philippines. In 2020, Cess played a key role at Dedale as the first network research planner, handling multiple projects and sectors. As Dedale expanded globally, she pioneered the establishment of the Philippine entity. Currently, Cess oversees all operations of Dedale's Cebu office, serving as the Country Director.

Raphaël was born and raised in Paris. He completed a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration at IE University in Madrid. He then pursued a Master's degree in Economics, Data Analytics, and Corporate Finance at École Polytechnique in Paris. Raphaël has gained professional experience in startups, venture capital, and consulting in Paris, Berlin, and New York. These experiences have enabled him to develop a strong technical understanding of deep technologies (such as AI, blockchain, and open source) and their impact on industries including finance, healthcare, and media. Raphaël chose Dedale to deepen his expertise in technology and to provide the best value to tech investors.

Rey is a Customer Success/Content Engagement Associate at Dedale, specializing in creating content that resonates with the software and tech community. With a strong understanding of the industry, he bridges the gap between engaging content and its audience. Rey aims to foster an informed, engaged audience by delivering insightful articles and thought leadership, combining creativity with data-driven insights to spark meaningful discussions.

Reyna, originally graduating with a degree in Information Technology, forged a diverse career path, starting in customer service where she developed strong client relations skills over five years. She then transitioned into sales, working as a Sales Development Representative and Inside Sales Associate for four years, honing her business acumen. A significant shift occurred when Reyna moved into freelance work as an Executive Virtual Assistant, excelling for seven years in administrative tasks and project management. Currently, she serves as a Network Research Planner at Dedale, combining her expertise in client relations, sales, and virtual assistance.

Originally from Zamboanga del Norte and currently based in Cebu, Rod has a background in journalism. Before attending the University of the Philippines Cebu, he served as Editor-in-Chief of a student publication. As an Editor at Dedale, he applies his expertise in language and content refinement to support the company’s research and publishing initiatives.

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Romain was born in France. After graduating with a Master in Management from EDHEC Business School. He worked as a financial auditor at PwC, in M&A at Capstone Finance and in Private Equity at Naxicap Partners in Lyon. Currently, at Dedale Intelligence, Romain joined the Investment & Strategy team as an Analyst. Romain speaks French and English.

Santiago, based in Cebu, Philippines, holds a degree in Theology. Before joining Dedale, he worked for three years as a recruiter, developing his relationship-building skills, and spent two years in administrative roles. Now, as a Network Research Associate at Dedale, Santiago conducts research to support strategic decisions in the tech industry.

Soukeyna was born in the South-West of France and joined Dedale in 2023 as an Investment Research Associate. She began her career in strategy consulting at Bain & Company before moving to Chausson Finance, where she focused on venture capital fundraising. At Dedale, she has worked across multiple sectors, including Healthcare, Energy & Utilities, and Cybersecurity.

Tejie is an experienced Customer Service Specialist and Account Executive based in the Philippines, with a solid background in sales and the BPO industry. She brings expertise in appointment setting, lead qualification, performance analysis, and market research. Known for delivering exceptional client service and supporting business development through strategic outreach, Tejie thrives in fast-paced, results-oriented environments. She is highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and driven by a passion for enhancing customer experiences and contributing to business growth.

Thibault joined the Research team in early 2025 as an Investment & Strategy Analyst. Previous to Dedale, Thibault started his career as an M&A Analyst at Chami & Co in the small cap team and as a Private Equity Analyst at Adaxtra Capital in Paris, covering Primaries & Secondaries. Born in Paris, he spent significant time abroad as an expatriate in Sydney, London, Copenhagen and Mahé. Thibault graduated from Université Paris-Dauphine PSL with a Master's Degree in Corporate Finance and speaks fluent French, English and Spanish.

Tomás was born in Portugal and has lived in France for the past 3 years. After graduating in Economics at Nova SBE in Lisbon, he began his professional career at BNP Paribas in 2020, in the CIB Consulting & Transformation team, working on strategic projects alongside top management. In November 2024, Tomás joined Dedale as Chief of Staff, where he is responsible for managing commercial activities and overseeing the company’s key strategic priorities.

Tra, originally from Vietnam, has a strong HR background across Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam before moving to France three years ago. She began her career at Banyan Tree Hotels, focusing on leadership development. At Ecolab's APAC HQ, she led Leadership Development, Talent Management, and Diversity & Inclusion. After working with Shopee Vietnam, she joined Air Liquide as a Global Recruiter. Since 2022, she’s been leading Recruitment and HR at Dedale, driving global growth. Tra holds degrees from Singapore Management University and IPAG Business School.

Valentin was born and lives in France. After graduating from ESCP Business School, Valentin worked in investment banking, completing internships at Natixis and Citigroup, and later as a full-time M&A analyst at DC Advisory. He joined Dedale in January 2023.

Via is based in Cebu, Philippines, where she excels in data management and project coordination. With a keen eye for detail, she ensures data is accurately collected and up-to-date. Via plays a pivotal role in producing well-organized documents and refined company profiles, while efficiently managing ad-hoc requests in a dynamic work environment. Notably, she was instrumental in the successful commercialization of company profiles, consistently contributing behind the scenes to drive business success.

Zeina is currently based in Cairo and holds over 2 years of experience in research across various sectors. In 2023, Zeina joined Dedale, where she has worked on several different software verticals including cybersecurity, healthcare, and financial services.  Zeina holds a Master's degree in Finance from  Grenoble Ecole de Management.