Philippine Leclerc is a dynamic force in impact entrepreneurship and digital cooperation, bridging Africa and Europe. Notably, she organized the EMERGING Valley Summit, connecting innovators and investors across continents, and co-directed acceleration programs for young Mediterranean leaders and impact startups founders.

Now deepening her work in venture capital, she trained at Venture Institute and completed an Operations residency at VC Lab, where she supported emerging General Partners launching new funds with an ethical lens.

She recently joined the Gender and Geopolitics Institute as an Tech & Gender Equity Advocate, leading work at the intersection of artificial intelligence and gender equity, a critical frontier in the global development agenda.

A sought-after expert in technology, international development, and responsible innovation, Philippine brings a rare blend of ecosystem-building, venture expertise, and advocacy to every table she sits at.