Pierre-Paul CAVALIE, SKEMA Business School
Pierre-Paul CAVALIE
Chief Digital Officer
SKEMA Business School

Currently, I serve as CDO at SKEMA, a global institution with 10 campuses and 10,000+ students. I am passionate about using tech, AI and data to enhance experiences and drive growth.

I am Pierre-Paul, Chief Digital Officer (CDO) and leader in Innovation, Learning, and Transformation with over 10 years of experience. I drive digital transformation and innovation across sectors including higher education, non-profits, learning, AI transformation, services, energy, and agribusiness.


As CDO, I specialize in leveraging generative AI to enhance practices and address skills and workforce development challenges. Fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, I bring a strong international perspective.


Impact Facts:


Judged top global competitions (GSV Cup, QS Reimagine Awards)

Speaker at major conferences (Digital Universities Summit by THE)

Awarded Best Chief Digital Officer by West Web Valley

Recognized for outstanding experience transformation at Trophées de l’Enseignement Supérieur

Founded myTepee.com, a collaborative consumption startup

Mentored startups in the edtech industry

Successfully implemented digital solutions in diverse sectors

Led global digital transformation initiatives

Oversaw IT division with new ERP implementation and LMS review

Reorganized teams in marketing, communication, and IT (+30 FTEs)

Coordinated and led the implementation of a new brand platform

Accelerated the digitalization of internal processes and operations


Currently, I serve as CDO at SKEMA, a global institution with 10 campuses and 10,000+ students. I am passionate about using tech and data to enhance experiences and drive growth.


pierrepaul.cavalie@skema.edu