Philippe Gellman

Co-founder

After graduating with a master's degree in management from Paris Dauphine University, Philippe Gellman mainly worked in France in the financial markets. In 1997, after working for several major banks (Crédit Lyonnais, Société Générale), he founded Bourse Direct, which was the first independent online broker to be listed on the Paris stock exchange. He remained at the head of the company for 7 years and then went on to found and direct companies and invest in numerous sectors including the fashion and healthcare industries and several startups.

His experience in creating companies, financing packages, business plans and mobilising teams of experts is only equalled by his passion for contemporary art.