With a strong academic background in the United States, Maxence Padua developed "Maestro" in the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Berkeley, California. It was here that he completed his Academic Diploma in Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Start-up Management in 2023, co-delivered by Berkeley Global, Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology (SCIT), and SKEMA.
A few weeks ago, Maxence completed a fundraising round of 200,000 euros, marking a significant milestone in the development of his company. With "Maestro", his start-up based near Royan, France, the young entrepreneur has decided to specialise in the energy-efficient renovation of buildings, offering a complete service that includes site supervision, energy audits, and the preparation of funding applications for individuals. It's an ideal system for a sector that is rife with scams! "This fundraising marks a crucial milestone in Maestro's journey. It will enable us to establish our position in the energy renovation market, innovate further to successfully carry out our mission as an impact company, and also surround ourselves internally with construction and energy experts to actively contribute to the energy transition. Our passionate team is more determined than ever to realise our vision," explains Maxence Padua.
PGE students and Berkeley graduates on the road to entrepreneurial success
Following in the footsteps of Maxence Padua, graduates have continued their journey towards entrepreneurial success after their time at Berkeley's Californian campus and SKEMA's PGE programme.
Jonas Petit (SKEMA 2022)
Jonas Petit launched Wiseone, a browser extension powered by artificial intelligence that enhances the online reading experience. Wiseone is designed to enrich the online reading experience by providing reliable information and performing cross-checks. The tool acts as a "reading co-pilot", guiding users through any topic, making learning easier and more enjoyable. It effortlessly helps you master any subject you read online.
Paul-Arno Garrido (SKEMA 2022)
Paul-Arno Garrido founded Nuvocare in March 2023, an app offered to doctors and healthcare facilities, aimed at digitising exchanges between the patient and the surgeon before an operation. Its adoption by healthcare professionals will ultimately simplify the collection and monitoring of patient consents, while reducing administrative constraints for the doctor. Among Nuvocare's partners are organisations such as BPI France, Paris & Co – Tech Care, La French Care, and the city of Paris!