Alexandre Mars began his entrepreneurial career at the age of 17, founding several successful start-ups that he later sold to major international groups. In 2015, he founded Epic, an international foundation dedicated to transforming the lives of future generations and preserving our planet. Epic connects non-profit organizations with businesses and... Read more
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Alexandre Mars began his entrepreneurial career at the age of 17, founding several successful start-ups that he later sold to major international groups.
In 2015, he founded Epic, an international foundation dedicated to transforming the lives of future generations and preserving our planet. Epic connects non-profit organizations with businesses and individuals eager to commit to improving our society. The Epic model has been recognized as a case study by the Harvard Kennedy School.
Convinced that the private sector serves as another lever for action, Alexandre Mars founded blisce/, a B-Corp certified responsible investment firm which combines financial, social, and environmental performance. Among its achievements are investments in companies such as Too Good to Go, Headspace, Brut., and Spotify.
Continuing his commitment to social justice, he launched INFIИITE, a social EdTech that supports students from underprivileged backgrounds in accessing the best schools and universities in the world, as well as their professional projects, through interest-free student loans and a mentorship program. INFIИITE aims to contribute to the emergence of a new generation of leaders who better represent the social diversity of our society.
His passion for sports led him to become an Ambassador and Board Member of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Since then, he has been working to ensure the social legacy of the Games in France and internationally.
Alexandre Mars is also the author of several books: Giving, Purpose is the New currency (HarperOne/HarperCollins, 2019), Mission Possible: How to Build a Business for Our Times (Nicholas Brealey Publishing, 2022) and Pause (Fayard, 2024).
He also gives a voice to inspiring leaders on his podcast PAUSE, where business leaders, artists, athletes, and activists share their successes, failings and inspirations. Available on all listening platforms, PAUSE benefits from key partnerships, notably with Air France, the 20 Minutes newspaper and numerous radio stations.
A Knight of the Legion of Honor, Alexandre Mars has been named among the “50 Philanthropists of the Year” (Town & Country) and the “50 Most Influential French People in the World” (Vanity Fair).
As an avid practitioner of Krav-Maga and running, he has participated in the Paris and New York marathons. Married and father of four children, he enjoys traveling the world with his family.
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Alexandre Mars speaks on Entrepreneurs, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership, Learning, Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Alexandre to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Alexandre Mars for events worldwide, subject to Alexandre's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Alexandre Mars is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Alexandre can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Alexandre Mars on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Alexandre can offer.
Alexandre Mars delivers keynotes in English, French. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Alexandre Mars's areas of expertise include Entrepreneurs, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership, Learning, Motivation. To get a clear sense of Alexandre's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Alexandre Mars can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Entrepreneurs, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership, Learning, Motivation is relevant. Details of Alexandre's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Alexandre Mars is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Alexandre Mars, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Alexandre's current availability for your dates.