
Michael SOLAL
President & Founder | Strategic Marketing & Sales
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Paris, France
Freelance
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About me
Intro
Part-time CRO/CMO with 10+ years driving growth for SMBs and scale-ups across SaaS, media & healthcare. Built HR SaaS to 2,500+ clients in 12 months, led digital strategies at TF1 & Docaposte. Expert in aligning marketing-sales-ops with proven ROI results for CEOs seeking sustainable growth.
Work experience
CEO & Cofounder | Handled Product, sales & marketing
Chaze
Jul 2016 - Present
10 years 4 months
69340 Francheville, France
- Created and led Chaze.io, an HR SaaS platform for small and medium-sized businesses, achieving exponential growth with growth hacking strategies, securing over 2,500 clients within 12 months. - Managed end-to-end product development from initial concept to UX/UI optimization, adopting a user-centric approach to meet the needs of small and medium-sized businesses in France. - Built strategic partnerships and represented the brand at conferences, incubators, and professional networks, increasing brand visibility and client acquisition.
President & Founder | Strategic Marketing and Sales agency
Nouvoz ConsultingFreelance
Jul 2015 - Present
11 years 4 months
France · Hybrid
Nouvoz Consulting supports CEOs of SMEs, mid-sized companies, and scale-ups in (re)structuring their marketing & sales efforts to drive tangible growth. 🎯 Our approach: Align strategy, marketing, sales, and operations around a clear, actionable, and results-oriented plan. 🔧 Our services include: - Auditing and structuring marketing & sales strategies - Designing and leading actionable plans (Go-To-Market, value propositions, sales enablement, etc.) - Interim management or embedded missions within your teams 📈 Selected clients: TF1, Deezer, Docaposte, Larousse, Groupe Gorgé, Cyrus Conseil, Hyperassur...
Chief Marketing, Sales, Products, Operations & Customer Relations Officer
Docaposte
Apr 2023 - Mar 2025
2 years
France · Hybrid
Docaposte is a French provider of electronic signature, digital archiving, document management, cybersecurity, e-voting, social relations management, e-invoicing and payments solutions, as well as omnichannel customer communication services. My Role at Docaposte: 2023 – Head of Sales, Operations & Customer Relations for "La Place Digitale" Marketplace https://laplacedigitale.docaposte.com/ - Supported a network of partners (software vendors such as Sage, CEGID & integrators) to strengthen the commercial and partnership ecosystem. - Optimized customer journeys and internal processes to improve operational efficiency and enhance B2B customer satisfaction. - Member of the Executive Committee. - Results: Revenue growth and streamlined customer experience in a high-demand environment. 2024 – Head of Product, Marketing & Communication at Eukles Solutions (Docaposte Subsidiary) https://www.eukles.com/fr/accueil/ - Defined an ambitious Agile/Scrum product roadmap to enhance UX/UI and align products with customer and distributor needs. - Led strategic & operational marketing to drive commercial expansion and increase SaaS solution visibility. - Member of the Executive Committee. - Results: Structured the Product & Marketing divisions and redesigned the flagship product to better address market demands.
Chief Marketing, Sales, Ops and Health Officer | Co-founder
Well Place
Jan 2021 - May 2023
2 years 5 months
Marseille · On-site
- Co-founded the company and managed the Marketing, Sales, and Health departments, successfully launching an innovative medical facility with 36 medical offices and 50 physicians, establishing a regional benchmark. - Developed a multi-channel marketing strategy and digital transformation initiatives to boost the company’s visibility in the medical sector and optimize operational management. - Built a network of partners in the healthcare sector and managed growth strategy, resulting in high brand recognition and strong client satisfaction. - Member of the Executive Committee.
TF1
Jan 2011 - May 2015
4 years 5 months
Paris, France
Head of Digital productions - eTF1
Mar 2014 - May 2015
1 year 3 months
Paris, France
- Established and led a multi-platform content strategy for TF1, including the launch of Finder Studios, which was later acquired by Studio71, one of the world’s leading Multi-Channel Networks. - Developed and managed a production ecosystem for YouTube and MYTF1 to increase digital audience engagement, grow content visibility, and drive revenue. - Led a digital production team, overseeing recruitment, training, and coordination to ensure high-performance and quality deliverables.
Head of marketing, content and Sales (for WAT.tv)
Jan 2011 - Mar 2014
3 years 3 months
Paris, France
- Developed and led marketing and commercial strategies for WAT.tv, TF1’s video platform, focusing on monetization and audience growth. - Coordinated special brand content operations with TF1 Advertising, including sponsorships and partnership campaigns, to raise platform visibility. - Managed and optimized content and editorial partnerships, ensuring offerings aligned with user expectations and boosted community engagement.
Head of Marketing and digital Sales - EMEA
Toei Animation Europe
Jan 2008 - Dec 2010
3 years
Paris, France
- Expanded digital products for popular animated licenses (Dragon Ball, Candy, Albator, Sailor Moon, One Piece), driving significant sales growth across the EMEA region. - Created and managed partnerships with telecom operators, streaming platforms, and websites, contributing to a significant revenue increase within three years. - Led the internet division and directed marketing for new digital products, including mobile games, apps, and VOD services
Product Manager
Orange
Jul 2006 - Dec 2007
1 year 6 months
Paris, France
- Directed marketing for Orange Sport’s mobile portal, managing OTT video services and mobile applications. - Developed the mobile Podcast offering, creating content partnerships with major radio and TV media groups. - Coordinated medium and long-term strategies for the Sports segment across mobile platforms, including WAP, SMS, MMS, and embedded apps.
TV projects Manager
Les Productions du Labrador
Aug 2005 - May 2006
10 months
Paris, France
- Led and developed projects for mobile TV, including the flagship show “À la télé ce soir,” broadcast by Orange and SFR, overseeing full production coordination. - Supervised the production of event shows such as Les plus grands secrets de la magie enfin révélés and Le meilleur de la pub for TF6, with a focus on visual quality and broadcaster satisfaction. - Managed teams of 2-10 members to ensure timely production, from shoot coordination to handling relationships with external partners.
Head of Image
Société Européenne de Production (for Canal +)
Jan 2005 - Jul 2005
7 months
Paris, France
- Responsibilities : Acquisition of Clips and Stills for the TV show « 20H10 PETANTES », broadcasted on CANAL + -Documental and artistic search of images (photos, videos) to illustrate the different stars’ biographies and interviews (in partnership with the editor in chief and the journalists) -Negotiating the acquisition of clips and stills and/or dealing with intellectual property owners -Coordinating relations with SIPA, Corbis, APTN…
Assistant artistic programming (internship)
M6 interactions (METROPOLE TELEVISION)
Jan 2004 - Jul 2004
7 months
Paris, France
- Inviting international and French singers / movie / TV stars for the TV shows “HIT MACHINE” and “FAN DE” - Coordinating relations with record companies, PR agencies and artists. - Assisting producers during the shows and coordinating the pre-production of the Show.
Assistant product Manager (internship)
M6 interactions (METROPOLE TELEVISION)
Jan 2003 - Aug 2003
8 months
Paris, France
-Defining and launching albums and singles for several artists (L5, Leslie, Linkin Park, Tina Arena, Shirel, Whatfor, J.A.H.O…) -Monitoring sales performances -Participating in creation of commercials : TV and radio ad commercials, flyers, merchandising leaflets
Education
Thiga Academy
creating and implementing product strategies
2024 - 2024
2 months
INSEEC Grande Ecole
MBA
2003 - 2004
1 year 1 month
EM Normandie Business School
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
1999 - 2004
5 years 1 month
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
2001 - 2002
1 year 1 month