Dr. Nesrine Padovani is a strategy consultant, investor, and former McKinsey expert with deep expertise in industrial innovation, energy flexibility, and digital transformation. As President & Co-founder of UpGradelle, she advises CAC40 leaders such as AIRBUS, EDF, Framatome, and Stellantis. She has also supported major oil & gas companies in their digital transformation, helping optimize downstream operations, enhance asset performance, and accelerate sustainability transitions. With a PhD in Systems Engineering and a background in advanced R&D programs at Renault and Stellantis, she brings a sharp understanding of complex industrial ecosystems and delivers measurable business impact through innovation.