The Board of Administrators
The Board of Administrators is essential to ensuring effective and strategic decision-making within the EuropIA Institute. It provides the necessary structure and expertise for management, while ensuring rigorous monitoring of activities.
He is the former Chairman of Apple Worldwide and Texas Instruments EMEA & APAC. He is also the Chairman of the SMART Deal Expert Committee and an expert in innovation, technology and artificial intelligence.
A former banker who was a director of external entities within the international network of the Banque d'Indochine.
Director of International Relations at the Sophia Antipolis Foundation, responsible for strategic alliances.
Former CEO Texas Instruments
Serial entrepreneur, Chairman Emeritus of EBAN and Sophia Business Angels
Former Senator for the Alpes Maritimes, Honorary University Professor, Doctorate in Psychology, Habilitation to direct research in Social Psychology
Provence Côte d'Azur Regional Delegate, Chairman of the PACA-est incubator
Officer of the Legion of Honour and Mayor of Bouyon. Vice-chairman of CASA. Deputy Chairman of the Sophia Mixed Syndicate. Chairman of the Sophia Foundation.
President, Université Côte d'Azur
Chartered Accountant and Statutory Auditor, Managing Partner and co-founder of DSO
The Office
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He is the former Chairman of Apple Worldwide and Texas Instruments EMEA & APAC. He is also the Chairman of the SMART Deal Expert Committee and an expert in innovation, technology and artificial intelligence.
A former banker who was a director of external entities within the international network of the Banque d'Indochine.
Director of International Relations at the Sophia Antipolis Foundation, responsible for strategic alliances.
Former CEO Texas Instruments
Councillor responsible for digital affairs and a member of the Smart Deal Experts Committee at the Alpes-Maritimes Departmental Council. In charge of digital transition and innovation projects for the commune of Mandelieu-La Napoule.
I am a former speech therapist who specialised in neurodegenerative diseases. Set up 11 speech therapy practices in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) region. Made a contribution to the computerised version of the Trésor de la Langue Française (CRTLF-CNRS).
Managing Director Fondation Université Côte d'Azur
An expert in new information and communication technologies (NICT) and training. Entrepreneur and trainer specialising in marketing, sales techniques and project management.
He is the co-founder of the EuropIA Institute and former chairman of the think tank G-NOVA. He is also a smart deal expert and a university lecturer at the Université Côte d'Azur.
Alexandre Ozararat, Chartered Accountant and President of IFEC Côte d’Azur. Holding dual qualifications as an Engineer and Chartered Accountant, Alexandre Ozararat has spent the past 15 years working at the intersection of financial ecosystems and innovation.
The International Presidents
The International Presidents of the EuropIA Institute contribute to the Institute’s global reach and influence. Through their expertise and international networks, they actively promote ethical, responsible artificial intelligence in service of progress.
She brings over 25 years of international leadership experience in food & beverage, with deep expertise in innovation governance, supply chain transformation, portfolio management and cross-functional change. Her background in leading complex, transformative projects across global organizations supports EuropIA’s mission to promote responsible, practical and human-centred AI adoption.
Andrea Bandirali is a seasoned expert in innovation and international business development. With over 25 years of experience across Central Europe (Germany, Poland, Italy), he has led major projects, managed teams of up to 150, and overseen investments exceeding €40 million. Fluent in several languages, he operates within key institutional and business networks. He currently serves as Ambassador of Institut EuropIA for Poland and Central Europe.
Danilo has more than 40 years of experience in the Information Technology sector and now supports companies in their transformation and growth in the age of Artificial Intelligence. He has held senior executive positions at the European level within major international companies such as BMC Software, Diebold, and Euronet Worldwide.
Claudio is an Italian entrepreneur and digital marketing expert based in the Principality of Monaco with over 35 years of experience in digital strategy, AI, and agency management. Co-founder of ventures across Monaco, Shanghai, New York City, he has led global teams and served iconic brands including Ferrari, Prada, Microsoft, and L'Oréal.
Peter C. Krell is a German-Korean journalist and entrepreneur, co-founder and editor-in-chief of AI.MAG magazine based in Berlin. He specializes in technology, artificial intelligence, and the development of innovative projects. He has extensive international experience in talent scouting and in building networks within the tech ecosystem.
Our Ambassadors
Committed, passionate, and closely connected to the field, they serve as essential links between our organisation and the public. Through their dedication, they actively help to raise awareness of our mission, engage new supporters, and strengthen our impact wherever they are present.
Frédéric Ovadia is a consultant, publisher at Les éditions Ovadia, and Regional Development Director at Optimease, a company specialising in AI. For 40 years, he has advised and supported the growth of over 200 businesses, becoming an expert in several fields: vocational training, graphic arts, communication, marketing, and others. Since 2020, he has been involved in the development of the EuropIA Institute.
Dr. Elie Metri, founder of QSS AI & Robotics, is a pioneer in AI and robotics in the Middle East, notably leading the creation of the first Saudi-made humanoid robots. He holds a PhD in Business Administration and a Master’s in Engineering, combining deep technical expertise with strategic leadership. As an ambassador of the World AI Cannes Festival, he is committed to positioning Saudi Arabia as a global leader in emerging technologies.
A Japanese artist and internationally renowned author, she has been a pioneer in emotional dialogue with artificial intelligence since 2022, exploring a co-creation based on the values of beauty, peace, and dignity. As an ambassador of EUROPIA, she works toward universal harmony by connecting cultures, influential figures, and spaces of international dialogue.
Admiral Edouard Guillaud served as Chief of the Defence Staff from 2010 to 2014 under the presidencies of Nicolas Sarkozy and François Hollande, after having served as Chief of the Military Staff to Presidents Jacques Chirac and Nicolas Sarkozy from 2006 to 2010. He is a member of the French Naval Academy (Académie de Marine), the Charles de Gaulle Foundation, and the Society for General and Diplomatic History.
Abdoulaye Ba is an expert in artificial intelligence governance, digital ethics, and regulatory compliance. For more than a decade, he has supported public and private organizations operating in complex, highly regulated environments across Europe and Africa.