Michel Taride
Senior Advisor Mobility and Travel at Drake Star- Claim this Profile
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French Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Full professional proficiency
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Italian Full professional proficiency
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German Limited working proficiency
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Robert (Bob) Barton
I had the privilege of reporting to Michel for several years. His knowledge and experience in the car rental/transportation field is unmatched on a global scale. His leadership and passion for the people and his business partners are the qualities I truly admired most. Michel leads with conviction, helping to drive the best out of others, but along with this, he is a sound listener willing to adapt to the compelling points of view of others. He drives for and builds consensus, and treats his employees and customers as true partners. Michel is at his best in creating a passionate team of colleagues and customers driving for a mutual outcome for all parties and success and growth for the team. He is a trusted mentor and advisor, leading organizations to their fullest potential. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again.
Khaled Simmons
A hands-on, passionate and committed leader, with a level of empathy for the people he leads from
Robert (Bob) Barton
I had the privilege of reporting to Michel for several years. His knowledge and experience in the car rental/transportation field is unmatched on a global scale. His leadership and passion for the people and his business partners are the qualities I truly admired most. Michel leads with conviction, helping to drive the best out of others, but along with this, he is a sound listener willing to adapt to the compelling points of view of others. He drives for and builds consensus, and treats his employees and customers as true partners. Michel is at his best in creating a passionate team of colleagues and customers driving for a mutual outcome for all parties and success and growth for the team. He is a trusted mentor and advisor, leading organizations to their fullest potential. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again.
Khaled Simmons
A hands-on, passionate and committed leader, with a level of empathy for the people he leads from
Robert (Bob) Barton
I had the privilege of reporting to Michel for several years. His knowledge and experience in the car rental/transportation field is unmatched on a global scale. His leadership and passion for the people and his business partners are the qualities I truly admired most. Michel leads with conviction, helping to drive the best out of others, but along with this, he is a sound listener willing to adapt to the compelling points of view of others. He drives for and builds consensus, and treats his employees and customers as true partners. Michel is at his best in creating a passionate team of colleagues and customers driving for a mutual outcome for all parties and success and growth for the team. He is a trusted mentor and advisor, leading organizations to their fullest potential. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again.
Khaled Simmons
A hands-on, passionate and committed leader, with a level of empathy for the people he leads from
Robert (Bob) Barton
I had the privilege of reporting to Michel for several years. His knowledge and experience in the car rental/transportation field is unmatched on a global scale. His leadership and passion for the people and his business partners are the qualities I truly admired most. Michel leads with conviction, helping to drive the best out of others, but along with this, he is a sound listener willing to adapt to the compelling points of view of others. He drives for and builds consensus, and treats his employees and customers as true partners. Michel is at his best in creating a passionate team of colleagues and customers driving for a mutual outcome for all parties and success and growth for the team. He is a trusted mentor and advisor, leading organizations to their fullest potential. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again.
Khaled Simmons
A hands-on, passionate and committed leader, with a level of empathy for the people he leads from
Experience
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Drake Star
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United States
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Investment Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Advisor Mobility and Travel
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Sep 2022 - Present
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Partner
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Jul 2021 - Sep 2022
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Senior Advisor Mobility and Smart Cities
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Jul 2019 - Jul 2021
Senior Advisor in Smart Mobility, M&A and Fundraising
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Board Member
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Jan 2021 - Present
SPAC Travel Technology (NASDAQ : ALTUU) SPAC Travel Technology (NASDAQ : ALTUU)
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C4 Ventures
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France
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Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operating Partner
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Jul 2019 - Present
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Knighthood Capital Partners
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Malta
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Capital Markets
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Strategic Advisor
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May 2019 - Present
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Afiniti
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Bermuda
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Advisor Travel and Hospitality
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Apr 2019 - Apr 2022
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Strategic Advisor in Travel, Tourism, Smart Mobility
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Sep 2019 - Jul 2021
I advise Corporations, Start Ups, Investors, Consultants, leveraging my international executive experience in travel and transportation, as well as my large network across various industries. I also help industry associations, think tanks and not for profit organisations.I have built significant experience, from the ground up, at an iconic global brand, operating in a complex, fast moving, highly competitive industry.I have a deep understanding in leadership, strategic partnerships, M&A, customer service, process excellence and franchising.I am passionate about innovation, helping companies to transform by working with startups. I thrive in a multi-cultural environment, bringing together people from different backgrounds, in order to achieve ambitious goals.
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Hertz
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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700 & Above Employee
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Group President Hertz International
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Jan 2010 - Mar 2019
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The Hertz Corporation
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New Zealand
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Travel Arrangements
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300 - 400 Employee
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EVP and President, Hertz EMEA
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2003 - 2009
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Hertz
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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700 & Above Employee
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VP and General Manager Hertz Europe
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Apr 2000 - Dec 2002
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General Manager Hertz France Rent a Car and Hertz Equipment Europe
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Jul 1998 - Mar 2000
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General Manager, Hertz Italy
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Mar 1997 - Jul 1998
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Hertz
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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700 & Above Employee
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Director Sales and Marketing, Hertz France
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1992 - 1997
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Marketing Director, Hertz France
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1990 - 1992
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Regional Manager Operations France North
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1988 - 1990
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Area Manager Paris, France
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1987 - 1988
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The Hertz Corporation
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New Zealand
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Travel Arrangements
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300 - 400 Employee
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Regional Personel Manager, France South
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1985 - 1987
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Europcar
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France
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Travel Arrangements
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700 & Above Employee
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Airport Manager Nice
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1983 - 1985
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The Hertz Corporation
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New Zealand
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Travel Arrangements
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300 - 400 Employee
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Station Manager Nice Airport, France
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1981 - 1982
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Station Manager Cannes Airport, France
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1980 - 1981
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Education
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1974 - 1978
Faculte de Droit et Sciences Economiques de Nice
Masters, Economics
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