Bridging Technology, Sustainability, and Global Business Expansion

Arnaud Blandin is a pioneering strategist at the intersection of sustainability, technology, and impact measurement. As the founder of Beyond Institute, he has dedicated his career to integrating sustainability into the core strategies of corporations, private equity firms, and startups, helping them drive both profitability and positive environmental and social impact.

With over 20 years of global experience, Arnaud has worked with Fortune 500 companies, investment funds, and innovation hubs, spearheading initiatives in circular economy, energy transition, AI-driven sustainability solutions, and impact finance. His engagements include working with leading firms such as ENGIE, Michelin, Johnson & Johnson, Eurofins, Oracle, Tikehau Capital, and Temasek, helping them navigate the evolving landscape of ESG regulations, CSRD compliance, and sustainable business transformation.

Arnaud’s expertise is rooted in a strong engineering background, having contributed to NASA’s Mars rover mission before transitioning into business strategy and growth. As a sought-after educator, he mentors over 500 executives annually through institutions like INSEAD, HEC Paris, CEDEP, Singapore Management University, and SKEMA, equipping business leaders with the tools to drive systemic change.

A firm believer in action over debate, Arnaud focuses on data-driven decision-making, technological innovation, and holistic economic transformation. He has founded and exited multiple startups, ranging from digital technology to management consulting, and is a recognized mentor at programs like Creative Destruction Lab and the Monaco Ocean Challenge.

In 2024, his focus is on scaling impact-driven projects, leveraging AI and emerging technologies to increase transparency in sustainability, and fostering collaborations between policymakers, investors, and business leaders to build the regenerative economy of the future.

His guiding principles: Be real, focus on what matters, act with purpose, and create meaningful impact. He will additionally be a Keynote Speaker at the Monaco Ocean Summit 2025 and his book co-authored with 30 professionals on AI will be coming out later this year.

With a Master of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science from ENSEEIHT and executive education from INSEAD, Arnaud continues to shape the future of sustainable innovation, impact investment, and international business strategy. His work empowers boards, executives, and entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change through technology, data, and responsible leadership.