After more than twenty years of experience in developing international projects in higher education and research, Frédéric Geoffroy has been appointed director of the Arts et Métiers campus Arts et Métiers Paris by Laurent Champaney,the institution's CEO.
Extensive experience in higher education and research, entrepreneurship, and fundraising was decisive in the appointment of Frédéric Geoffroy as director of Arts et Métiers campus Arts et Métiers Paris. Laurent Champaney reflects on this choice: " I highlighted the need to improve physical living conditions on the Paris campus and the associated search for funding. I have complete confidence in Frédéric Geoffroy's ability to continue the projects set up by Eric Savaterro and to launch new ones, in order to raise the profile of the campus in the region while fostering a positive working environment. "
In the context ofArts et Métiers new strategic dynamic, Frédéric Geoffroy emphasizes change management, the importance of teamwork, and internal communication between the various stakeholders involved. Life on the Paris campus and its social issues will be one of his priorities. Education, the development of international relations and partnerships,entrepreneurship, real estate projects, and more will also be priority areas for the Paris campus.
Frédéric Geoffroy will take up his position on August 21, 2017.