Lionel is a global innovation strategist and ecosystem builder with over 15 years of experience driving corporate transformation and startup collaboration across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. He currently leads international open innovation programs at Plug and Play, helping Fortune 500 companies connect with cutting-edge startups to accelerate sustainable growth. Passionate about bridging the gap between corporates and startups, Lionel leverages his multicultural background and strategic insight to foster impactful partnerships and innovation ecosystem