
Romain Dawny
Head of Strategy and Business Development @ EnergySquare | Product Service, C-Level
Salaire / Taux journalier
Paris, France
Mobilité : Paris
Freelance, ouvert au CDI
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Introduction
Business Development Leader committed to responsible innovation, with a proven track record in building and leading high-performing commercial teams and strategic ecosystems. Passionate about driving growth and impact, I leverage my expertise to support mission-driven organizations in accelerating their development and maximizing their positive contribution to society. Responsable du développement commercial, engagé dans l'innovation responsable, avec une solide expérience dans la constitution et la direction d'équipes commerciales performantes et d'écosystèmes stratégiques. Passionné par la croissance et l'impact, j'utilise mon expertise pour accompagner les organisations à mission dans l'accélération de leur développement et la maximisation de leur contribution positive à la société.
Expérience de travail
Sales Manager
Planisware
92240 Malakoff, France
• Impact-driven commercial strategy: Deployed project portfolio management solutions for major international and public sector clients. • Ecosystem and alliance building: Developed partnerships with leading consulting firms (Big4) and project management specialists, expanding the commercial ecosystem. • International deployment: Prospected and managed projects in France and internationally (Europe, Africa, US), organized industry events. • Cross-functional management: Supervised sales administration, trained sales teams, and coordinated responses to tenders. • Concrete results: Achieved +20% annual growth and secured major references (Sanofi, Mack Trucks, Greater Lyon).
Head of strategy and business development
energysquare
sept. 2018 - Présent
8 ans 2 mois
Paris Area, France
Energysquare developed a new patented contact charging technology that allows multiple devices to be recharged simultaneously without power limitation. After industrializing two products, we are now focusing on integrating our technology in a variety of applications: from laptop charging in offices to native integration into electronic devices. Missions : Building an ecosystem from the ground up to leverage this technology in the global market and establish a foundation for its standardization. In charge of sales and marketing. • Collaborative leadership and cross-functional management of multicultural teams to accelerate innovation and collective performance. • Ecosystem development: Built and animated international industrial alliance (OEMs, ODMs, semiconductors), driving technology standardization. • Strategic commercial planning: Designed and executed impactful go-to-market strategies aligned with founders’ vision for sustainable innovation. • Business growth: Negotiated and closed five major licensing agreements, enabling expansion into new markets. • International deployment: Organized participation in global trade shows and led B2B commercial missions across Europe, Asia, and the US. • Team engagement: Recruited and managed commercial teams, fostering a culture of inclusion and growth. • Marketing and communications: Created targeted content for electronics manufacturers, managed PR, and animated professional networks (mainly LinkedIn) http://www.energysquare.co/
Business development manager
Zayo Group
juil. 2017 - août 2018
1 an 2 mois
Région de Paris, France
Missions : • Innovative commercial strategies to penetrate the public sector and major French accounts. • Ecosystem animation: Developed strategic alliances and partner networks to boost Zayo’s presence in a highly competitive market. • Collaborative leadership in prospecting and supporting key clients (e.g., EDF), with a strong results and impact orientation.
Business Development & sales director
Qarnot computing
mai 2016 - déc. 2016
8 mois
92120 Montrouge, France
Qarnot - Innovative and 1st green IT cloud computing solution Missions: • Ecosystem structuring: Built a partner network (software vendors, IT services, cloud operators) to promote green IT cloud solutions. • Impactful commercial strategies: Targeted innovative markets (banking, insurance, research, hospitality). • Network animation: Engaged prescribers and supported clients’ digital transformation. • Project management: Led high-value projects, generating significant revenue growth and sector recognition. Results: turnover 2015 : 1M€ including 20% compute /Compute Business pipe 2016 : 555K€
Director of Business Development
ZEPLA
déc. 2013 - mai 2016
2 ans 6 mois
Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
French Franchise for Lucidport Technology Inc. and distributor of IT security solutions. Missions : • Market launch and structuring: Developed the European market for innovative cybersecurity solutions through strategic alliances and responsible partnerships. • Impact-driven commercial strategies: Managed partner recruitment programs and animated distribution networks. • Change management: Led transversal teams in a fast-growing entrepreneurial context (+100% revenue in one year). • Market evangelization and communication: Increased visibility among key accounts (ministries, large corporates). Results: + 100% turnover growth 2014/2015: € 495,000 / €
Completel
mai 2001 - déc. 2013
12 ans 8 mois
La Défense
Regional Large Accounts & Hospitality Sales Director
févr. 2010 - déc. 2013
3 ans 11 mois
La Défense
Missions : • Cross-functional management: Led a team of 13 and managed a portfolio of 800 major accounts (private and public sectors). • Ecosystem animation: Developed client and partner networks, fostered sector alliances, and supported digital transformation. • Impactful commercial strategies: Achieved steady revenue growth (+10% per year). • Collaborative leadership: Managed complex projects and ensured strategic client retention. Results: CA 2010 (+ 10% 2009): € 8.5M / Ref. : FFF, Pixmania, Forum Building, Heppner, French Federation of Food Banks, Logirep ... CA 2011: € 9 million / ref. Transatlantic Video, ETAI, American Hospital of Paris, Also ... CA 2012: 9,7M € / Ref. : Setec, Stallergenes, Solendi Group, Kodak ... CA 2013:11M € / Ref. AdValem / Bein Sport - connecting stadiums for Football League 1 & 2 + Rugby Top 14: 54 sites Hospitality : Hoist, Acentic, Swisscom Hospitality, Groupe Starwood & Resorts, Louvre Hotel Group, Marriott France, Alliance Hospitality, Helpevia, Chateauform, Citadines, Crowne Plaza…
Business Development Manager
avr. 2006 - mars 2010
4 ans
Paris - La Défense
• Impact-driven commercial strategy: Designed a new sector-based approach for the public sector, identified niche markets, and developed tailored solutions for institutional clients. • Ecosystem and alliance building: Established technology partnerships with telecom OEMs, integrators, and publishers (Polycom, Sony, Cisco, SPIE, Axians), fostering innovation and complementary offerings. • Responsible partnership development: Managed relationships with consulting firms and integrators to support clients’ digital transformation. • Cross-functional management & change leadership: Coordinated multidisciplinary teams (sales, engineering, marketing, finance) to respond to national tenders and lead complex projects (e.g., RESAH, French Ministry of Defense renewals). • Collaborative leadership: Led and coordinated the national team dedicated to public sector markets, supporting the sales force and sharing best practices.
Senior sales public sector account manager (Secteur public)
mai 2001 - mars 2006
4 ans 11 mois
Paris-La Défense
• Impact-driven commercial strategy: Developed and structured the public sector unit, acquiring 36 new major accounts (Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Interior, Inserm, local authorities). • Ecosystem animation: Built partnerships with integrators and consulting firms to offer comprehensive, innovative solutions to public institutions. • Cross-functional management: Coordinated multiple internal teams (marketing, technical, finance, general management) for tender management and customer satisfaction. • Collaborative leadership: Represented the company within institutional networks (ECOTER), and animated client relationships on strategic projects. • Concrete results: Awarded top national seller multiple times, demonstrating commercial excellence and results orientation. Results : 2002 & 2004: 1st national seller award 2003: 2nd national seller award 2005: 3rd national seller award
Formation
University of Portsmouth
BA Hns, European Business Studies
1991 - 1995
5 ans
KEDGE Business School
Maîtrise, Business School
1991 - 1995
5 ans