Benjamin Braun

Sales & Partnerships leader | Launching and scaling new initiatives | AI & Deeptech | Ex-Google & Amazon

Greater Paris Metropolitan Region

About

I thrive in roles where the path isn't defined yet - where I have to craft a new approach, rally a team around it, build credibility within an existing organization, and create the playbook as we go. I help companies launch and scale new initiatives incl. strategic partnerships and commercial execution. I’ve done it at Google, Amazon, and as an entrepreneur. My work focuses on building for growth: defining value propositions, structuring teams and relationships, and creating the right tools that drive revenue and adoption. Some highlights: > Scaled Google’s AI & deeptech startup program to 500+ companies, building 20+ partnerships with investors and accelerators. > Owned a $1B+ Ads partnership with Amazon EU, delivering consistent double-digit growth across 10 countries. > Built Amazon France’s Home Improvement category from $20M to $100M+ in 18 months while maintaining high profitability. > Founder/operator of a creative retail business in Paris, opening a flagship location, reshaping value prop, and developing wholesale and e-commerce. > Partnered with dozens of C-suite leaders on their strategic initiatives Open to leadership roles, fractional roles, and advisory.

Experience

  • Independent Consultant at Self-employed
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

    Support companies with growth, AI adoption, strategic partnerships, and go-to-market of new services. Advisory and hands-on execution. Also operate a creative retail business, building physical, e-commerce and wholesale channels.

  • Google (Permanent · 6 yrs 2 mos)
    • Program Lead, Google Research - AI & Deeptech Startups
      Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 · 2 yrs

      Built and scaled Google’s flagship AI program supporting 500+ startups in climate, health, and education. Designed value proposition, built 20+ partnerships, and coached founders on GTM and enterprise sales. Worked with Google Research to deliver technical solutions that accelerated adoption.

    • Senior Account Executive, Amazon EU Partnership
      Nov 2018 - Dec 2022 · 4 yrs 2 mos

      Owned a $1B+ portfolio across 10 countries. Delivered double-digit revenue growth through strategic partnerships, data-driven execution, and cross-functional leadership. Transformed the relationship into a long-term, collaborative model.

  • Co-Founder at Les Imprimeuses
    2017 - 2024 · 7 yrs

    Creative concept store combining physical retail, e-commerce and wholesale. Opened new flagship, built team, and developed assortment and brand. Hands-on experience with retail operations, suppliers, and customer acquisition.

  • Founder at Hineni
    2016 - 2019 · 3 yrs

    Consultancy for large companies on digital innovation, partnerships, and new services. Built startup-corporate platform for Bpifrance, supported Engie Digital with internal venture studio, and advised media groups on diversification and growth.

  • Amazon (Greater Paris Metropolitan Region)
    • Head of Business - Home Improvement (DIY)
      2014 - 2016 · 2 yrs

      Built category from $20M to $100M+. Full P&L responsibility, vendor negotiations, and team building. Signed 20+ top-tier brands and built commercial playbooks adopted across categories.

    • Senior Manager, Music - Vendor management, Product, Growth
      2011 - 2014 · 3 yrs

      Grew category through marketing levers and launched new digital services. Turned around margin through strategic negotiations with major labels.