Testimonials

Adri is an exceptional sparring partner for founders going through hypergrowth. He combines first-hand experience of scaling businesses internationally with rare emotional intelligence and a deep understanding of people and organizations, helping top founders make better decisions, become stronger leaders and perform at their best.

Jérémy Uzan, General Partner, Co-Founder at Singular Capital Partners.

Alexandre Yazdi

CEO & Co-founder @ Voodoo

[ @ Unicorn ]

Working with Adri has been a real game-changer. His support helped me optimize my performance, make sharper decisions in managing Voodoo, and maintain real balance despite the pressure. His strategic insights and mental coaching were key to my growth, both professionally and personally.

Alix de Sagazan

CEO & Co-founder @ AB Tasty

[ @ Series A/B ]

Adrien’s support was incredibly rich and deep. He helped us identify our blind spots, challenge the status quo, and constantly rethink our organization and ways of working. With his structured approach, he did a real deep dive into our leadership, profoundly transforming our duo. Adrien was a true catalyst for our growth, playing a decisive role in AB Tasty’s success. Without him, our company wouldn’t be what it is today.

Jules Veyrat

CEO & Co-founder @ Stoïk

[ @ Series C ]

Working with Adri is a rare privilege — and an incredibly valuable one. His ability to listen is exceptional. He hears not only what is being said, but also what has not yet been expressed. I’d recommend him to any founder looking to break through to the next level.

Nicolas Bustamante

CEO & Co-founder @ Doctrine, @ Fintool

[ @ Series A | Acquired ]

Adri played a key role in Doctrine’s success by coaching the three founders at a critical moment in our growth. Thanks to him, we learned to step back, structure our thinking, and use tools and frameworks to make tough decisions with confidence.

Firmin Zocchetto

CEO & Co-founder @ Payfit

[ @ Series A | Unicorn ]

Adri helped me grow a lot in my role as CEO. He gave me key insights to better understand myself as a leader and accelerate my growth.

Jean-Baptiste Hironde

CEO & Founder @ MWM

[ @ Series A | Unicorn ]

I believe everyone needs a coach to get better. Adrien doesn’t have a magic solution to your problems, but he’ll help you put the right workflow in place to solve them. His approach is data-driven and relies on frameworks and tools that make it possible to measure—and therefore improve. And on top of that, he’s super friendly.. No matter your company’s level of maturity, I highly recommend working with him.

Nicolas Julia

CEO & Co-founder @ Sorare

[ @ Unicorn ]

Adri brings a rare blend of strategic clarity and operational insight. His feedback is straight to the point, deeply informed, and immediately actionable. He gets the scaleup game and knows how to meet founders where they are. With empathy and precision, he helps leaders reconnect to their vision, build confidence, and shift the trajectory of their company.

Quitterie Mathelin-Moreaux

CEO & Co-founder @ Skello

[ @ Series A | Centaur ]

Adri was a key factor for both us and Skello during a highly strategic phase, helping us transition from a baby startup to the scale-up we are today!

Carole Juge-Llewellyn

CEO & Co-founder @ Joone

[ @ Series A ]

I worked with Adri for more than five years. He truly transformed my understanding of what it means to be a CEO, as well as my ability to grow, challenge myself, and lead more effectively. I learned an incredible amount alongside him, and his coaching helped me grow far beyond my expectations. I have recommended him many times over the years, and I continue to do so with complete conviction. His support has always been immensely valuable to me.

Charlotte Cadé / Maxime Brousse

CEO & Co-founders @ Selency

[ @ Series A ]

Adri was an exceptional mentor and coach for us. During a scaling phase, he was a true partner in helping us grow as leaders and make the right decisions. His approach is highly pragmatic, delivering concrete and fast results!

Simo Lemhandez

CEO & Co-founder @ Folk

[ @ Series A ]

I looked forward to my weekly conversations with Adri. He creates a trusted environment for a self-reflection routine that brings clarity. He helped me decode business and people challenges with frameworks that blend intellect and emotion.

Pierre Mugnier

CEO & Co-founder @ Side

[ @ Series A | Acquired ]

I recommend Adri 1000%. Adri was a game changer during my years as CEO of Side. Not only did he help me structure our operations with excellence, but he also provided the crucial emotional support that every entrepreneur needs. His impact was decisive in our success. For anyone looking to grow their business, Adri is the exceptional partner you need.

Alexis Barreyat

CEO & Co-founder @ BeReal

[ @ Series B | Acquired ]

Adrien’s support played a key role in navigating BeReal’s challenges. It helped us take a step back, adapt to constant changes, and optimize both communication and the right processes. His guidance also fostered a more agile approach and strengthened the alignment between vision and strategic decisions.

Anton Soulier

CEO & Co-founder @ Taster

[ @ Series A ]

Adri’s strategic and human support gave me perspective and a breath of fresh air at critical moments for Taster. It helped me clarify priorities while strengthening my long-term vision.

Antoine Delon

CEO & Co-fondateur @ Linxea

[ @ Series A ]

My coaching experience with Adri was a game-changer in my entrepreneurial journey. My co-founder and I decided to embark on this personal journey together, and it still impacts us every day!

Grégoire Gambatto

CEO & Co-fondateur @CTRL+G, @Germinal

[ @ Series A ]

When Adri asked me for a testimonial, I didn’t take the time to write one. The only thing that mattered to me at that moment was making sure I could be coached by him again.

Olivier Ramel

CEO & Co-fondateur @ Kymono, @ Enky

[ @ Series A ]

I had the privilege of working with Adri from the very early days of Kymono, and I’m convinced that a meaningful part of the success we enjoy today is thanks to his contribution. Our conversations around strategic and operational challenges helped me learn, grow, and, most importantly, see my role as CEO through a completely different lens. Through his coaching, I came to fully understand what it means to truly embody the leadership of Kymono. Working with Adri was a genuine growth accelerator — both for me personally and for the company as a whole.

Karim Kaddoura

Co-fondateur @Virtuo @Neowebcar

[ @ Series B | Acquired ]

Adri is a machine. His ability to accurately spot things on is very impressive.

Alexandre Martin

CEO & Co-founder @ Colonies

[ @ Series A ]

Meeting Adri was one of the best introductions our investors made. With his deep listening, mastery of the role, and well-honed method, we quickly identified areas for improvement and implemented pragmatic solutions with near-instant ROI—whether on culture, management, or operations.

Clément Ouizille

Co-founder @ Convelio

[ @ Series A ]

A unique coaching experience. An amazing format for when you have lots of questions. Rare and invaluable.

Steve Domin

CEO & Co-founder @ Duffel

[ @ Series A ]

Adrien has an exceptional talent for bringing clarity to chaos. His highly structured approach helped me think holistically about the business and identify the areas that required my focus first. His solid operational experience is incredibly reassuring for a new entrepreneur, and he quickly provides tactical and concrete advice. Launching a company can be a lonely journey, and having Adrien by my side in the early days was transformative.

Jonathan Szwarc

CEO & Co-founder @ Join

[ @ Series A ]

Adri m’a permis de redevenir CEO après un passage à vide lié à ma vie personnelle. Son implication est immense, à la hauteur de ce que l’on est prêt à donner — et à recevoir. Il m’a offert ce que je n’avais jamais vraiment eu : un sparring partner engagé, exigeant et bienveillant.

Quentin Bracker de Hugo

CEO & Co-founder @ HostnFly

[ @ Series A ]

Coaching with Adrien was a key turning point during a critical period. He helped me clarify my priorities, refine my communication with my teams, and adjust my positioning as a CEO. A valuable experience that allowed me to better understand myself and act with more clarity, confidence, and impact.

Charles Thomas

CEO & Co-fondateur @ Comet

[ @ Series A ]

Even with co-founders and board members, CEO loneliness is real. Adri isn’t just a coach—he’s a true sparring partner. He brings a 360° vision, challenges effectively, and drives real impact. A true wingman, both strategic and deeply legitimate.

Flore Cousin

COO & Cofounder @ Mallow

[ @ Series A ]

Adrien est le meilleur coach avec lequel j’ai travaillé — et j’en ai connu plusieurs. À un moment où beaucoup de choses me semblaient floues, il m’a aidé à définir un objectif extrêmement clair, qui est devenu un véritable fil conducteur pendant plusieurs mois. Chaque session apportait énormément de valeur. Les résultats ont été game changers, autant pour moi personnellement que pour l’entreprise.

Romain Levrini

CEO & Co-founder @Nopillo

[ @ Series A ]

It’s incredible to see the impact Adri had on our duo — especially when I look at where we started and where we ended up. What stands out the most is his ability, in just one session, to put us back on the right track.

Clément Moreno

CEO & Co-fondateur @ Wavy, @AI-way

[ @ Series A | Acquired ]

It’s hard to sum up a collaboration that changes everything – or almost – when you’re leading a fast-growing startup. Adri gave me perspective when I needed it, support – both moral and operational depending on the moment –, and an organizational framework for both myself and my company. He provided tools to help me lead better and manage myself, and sometimes, a timely course correction. Because when you’re going through moments of solitude or when things get out of hand, it’s invaluable to have someone experienced, adaptable, always available, and who knows how to get you back on track with kindness and precision.

Katrin de Proyart

CEO & Co-founder @ Vizzia

[ @ Series A/B ]

Scaling fast without crashing requires advice from someone who’s seen the movie — and not just once. Adri brings that rare experience. He shares his insights with clarity and in a very constructive way, which is key to iterating fast. His support helped us align as founders, structure our org, track what mattered — and saved us 12+ months on the path to scale.

Fany Péchiodat

CEO & Fondatrice @My Little Paris, @ Seasonly, @Everyday Matters Group

[ @ Bootstrapped | Acquired ]

Adrien doesn’t just give advice, he asks the right questions—those that challenge, provoke thought, and help you move forward. His support was crucial during a key moment in my company, where he helped me turn challenges into opportunities. Thanks to his structured approach, he helped me channel my sometimes overwhelming creativity and give it real direction. With great insight, he guided me step by step towards more structure while respecting my uniqueness. Thank you, Adrien, for your sharp perspective, unwavering support, and your ability to bring out the best in us.

Louis Chatriot

CEO & Co-founder @ Alma

[ @ Series A | Unicorn ]

We worked with Adri in the early days of Alma, at a time when our organisation and business were gaining in complexity, yet we were stuck in a paradigm that had served us well until then: having almost no structure in how we ran the company in order to move as quickly as possible. With Adri, we conducted a full audit of our processes, our operating model, and our posture as founders. This allowed us (i) to better understand team dynamics, how the founders were perceived by employees, and the levers for greater impact; and (ii) to establish a roadmap of the main KPIs and key success factors to monitor. In two weeks, we gained several months of maturity. Thanks, Adri!

Mehdi Boudoukhane

CEO & Co-founder @ Cycle

[ @ Series A | Acquired ]

Adri had a huge impact on me, both as a founder and as a human being. He helped me understand myself better, recognize my strengths, and leverage them to execute with more calm and authenticity. I would never have been as resilient without his invaluable support.

Maud Caillaux / Andrea Ganovelli

CEO & Co-fondateurs @ GreenGot

[ @ Series A ]

You won’t regret it. There is a before and an after Adri. Thank you, Adri.

Vic Tixier

CEO & Cofounder @ Scoreplay

[ @ Series A/B ]

Thanks for everything you have help me uncover and act on. It has been a real game change and a critical collaboration I needed at the exact right time.

Sacha Lazimi

CEO & Co-founder @Yubo

[ @ Series C | FT120 ]

With Adri, everything changed. I had been coached several times, in Europe and the United States, but none of those experiences truly met my needs or helped me grow in my role as CEO. Adri helped me develop the essential skills to lead my company effectively and drive its performance to the next level. Thanks to his pragmatic and impactful approach, I was finally able to clarify my strategic vision and unlock complex situations. Today, I feel aligned with my goals and confident in the direction I’m heading.

Amandine Merle-Julia

CEO & Co-founder @Plum

[ @ Series A ]

Working with Adrien clearly accelerated my learning curve as a CEO. The sessions allowed me to take a step back, move faster, and avoid costly mistakes. Each conversation was dense, effective, and stimulating — with real substance and consistently sharp guidance. I recommend him for the quality of his insights, the clarity of his method, and his rare combination of reliability and flexibility.

Antoine Fabre

CEO & Co-founder @ Tomorro

[ @ Series A ]

Adri helped me step back and get to know myself better, so I could better take on the challenges that come with scaling. Thanks to his structured support and constant availability, I was able to tackle the key issues quickly and evolve my management style within a few months, with obvious impact on my performance.

Rémi Aubert

Co-CEO & Co-founder @ AB Tasty

[ @ Series A/B ]

Adrien uncovered the blind spots in our management and transformed the way we make decisions as co-CEOs. His support was a true game-changer, directly contributing to AB Tasty’s success and growth.

Jean-Nicolas Vernin

Co-founder & CEO @ Opus Major, President @ Madbox, Chairman @ Mayoly

[ @ Series A | FT120 ]

Adri’s uniqueness lies in his background and personality. Having experienced the challenges of being a CEO and the balances to be found around it, he brings extraordinary sharpness to our conversations.

Pierre Burgy

CEO & Co-founder @ Strapi

[ @ Series A ]

Adri's coaching gave me the courage to make the right decisions for both my company and myself, even in the most challenging moments. His structured methodology and genuine authenticity have been transformative, delivering truly outstanding results.

Jean Patry

CEO & Co-founder @ Mojo, @ Archery

[ @ Bootstrapped | Acquired ]

Coaching with Adri helped me realize three essential things: the deep interconnection between my professional and personal life, and the importance of working on that balance to progress; the control I have over my time, relationships, and environment; and finally, that the success of my company is directly linked to my well-being at work.

Francescu Santoni

CEO & Co-founder @ Mojo

[ @ Bootstrapped | Acquired ]

Adrien is a "super-coach" with real operational experience. He was also able to uncover my own psychological blocks to help me better understand the challenges I was facing. His support helped me reach a new personal milestone, which directly translated into the growth of my company!

Raphaël di Meglio

CEO & Co-founder @ Matera

[ @ Series A ]

Entrepreneurship is a bit like professional football, and Adri Falcon is like our Pep Guardiola.

Ben Douablin

CEO & Co-founder @ Fullenrich

[ @ Series A ]

The fact that Adri combines the experience of an operator, a founder, and a professional coach makes him, in my view, a perfect match for scaleup founders or advanced startup leaders. He helped me cut through the noise and move much faster on key structural issues I would have either postponed or approached the wrong way without his support. Thanks to him, I now have clarity on my priorities and the strategic matters I need to tackle.

Phil Hutcheon

CEO & Cofounder @ Dice FM

[ @ Series @ | Acquired ]

Firstly, I trust Adri with all my heart. Tackling real, and often complex, issues together built even more layers of resilience. With Adri, we took on the hardest challenges and worked through them since growing a global business at speed is non-stop. If you want to create and grow something exceptional, and you’re prepared to do the work, then Adri is the perfect partner.

Teddy Pellerin

CEO & Co-founder @ Heetch

[ @ Series B ]

Working with Adri is like putting a turbo boost on the entrepreneurial highway. When your business starts to grow, he helps you ask the right questions and provides very practical tools that I still use today, nearly 10 years after our first meeting.

Timothée Richard

CEO @ Co-founder @Choose

[ @ Series A ]

Adri has a wide range of skills and tools, and he’s able to adapt to a vast array of situations. I believe every CEO would benefit from working with him at least once every 12 to 18 months. Our roles are intense — we’re both highly surrounded and deeply alone — and it’s essential to spend time with someone neutral, competent, and genuinely focused on our well-being. I’ve recommended Adri several times already and will keep doing so.

Mathieu Vaxelaire

Partner @ Hexa, ex-CEO @ Mention

[ @ Series A | Acquired ]

During the sale of Mention, a complex period full of strategic decisions, Adrien guided me with invaluable clarity. Thanks to his support, I was able to make tough decisions while staying calm during a time of great pressure.

Vasco Alexandre

CEO & Co-founder @ Dotfile

[ @ Series A ]

Adri had a real impact on my business by helping me navigate challenges I wouldn’t have been able to overcome as effectively on my own. His structured coaching approach, empathy, experience with numerous founders, and his own entrepreneurial journey make him particularly effective — and highly relevant for VC-backed founders. I’ve found in Adri a trusted thought partner, and I always come out of our conversations energized and optimistic. I highly recommend him to entrepreneurs that strive to improve.

Thomas Effantin

CEO & Co-founder @ Trusk

[ @ Series A | MBO ]

I reached out to Adri at a pivotal moment for my company. We were emerging from the Covid period, the business was growing rapidly, and I felt a strong need to improve both my organization and my effectiveness as a leader. Having worked with several coaches before, I can confidently say that Adri was, by far, the best. He immediately understood the challenges I was facing and, unlike some coaches, never relied on “magic formulas” or ready-made answers. Instead, he taught me a way of working on myself that pushed me to think deeply about my own approach, my decisions, and my leadership. It was a lasting transformation rather than a temporary fix. Four years later, I still use many of the principles and methods I learned through our work together. Thank you, Adri.

Alexandre Louisy

CEO & Co-founder @ Upflow

[ @ Series A ]

Adri a été un coach transformationnel pour moi, dès les débuts de la croissance d’Upflow. Grâce à des exercices asynchrones réguliers et des échanges en live, j’ai pu prendre du recul sur mes forces et mes axes d’amélioration en tant que CEO, et progresser là où c’était nécessaire. Je recommande Adri à tout CEO qui souhaite avancer sur son propre chemin.

Fanny Abes

CEO & Co-founder @ Fempo, @ FAB

[ @ Series A | Acquired ]

Adri has been a true game-changer for me and my business. Thanks to his sharp expertise and strategic insight, I was able to reach a decisive turning point as a CEO, increase my impact, and accelerate the growth of my business.

Hadrien de La Tour

Fondateur @LaTourMedia Group

[ @ Series A | PE ]

I was fortunate to work with Adri, an exceptional coach. Coming from a world (market finance) where instant performance is prioritized over development and long-term vision, and where individual results are more important than team spirit, his insightful advice allowed me to significantly improve my leadership skills, guide and build my team management, and encouraged me to push beyond my limits and achieve my professional goals with confidence.

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