François Cazals

Adjunct Professor @ HEC Paris | Antifragile Strategy

Greater Paris Metropolitan Region

About

Seasoned strategy consultant, educator, and author with over 30 years of experience advising executives, leading transformations, and shaping business models. Founder and Managing Partner of Cazals & Partners since 1998, I support organizations in corporate and business strategy, digital and AI-driven transformation, and innovation, including Blue Ocean, antifragile, and sustainability strategies. Alongside consulting, I have a strong academic track record as Adjunct Professor at HEC Paris, lecturer at ESSEC Business School, and Paris 8 University. I design and lead executive programs, bridging theory and practice to help leaders build resilient and forward-looking organizations. Author and co-author of multiple reference books on AI, digital strategy, and antifragility, I also contribute as a video columnist for Xerfi. Colonel in the French Gendarmerie’s operational reserve, I serve as advisor on strategy and foresight. Passionate about guiding leaders in navigating uncertainty and seizing opportunities.

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