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Jacky Abitbol

Critic · DISC type C
Partner at Cathay Innovation
📍 Greater Paris Metropolitan Region, France

Jacky Abitbol is a Managing Partner at Cathay Innovation, based in Paris, with over 17 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, and corporate development. Specializing in the telco and digital sectors, he holds an MBA from Boston University. Colleagues describe him as creative, pushing, and customer-oriented, with a proven track record guiding startups.

Originally from Madrid, Jacky has a global perspective, having worked in Spain, Israel, and the US before his current role in France. He is a passionate advocate for the #BringThemHome cause, a movement he has actively and publicly supported since October 2023, reflecting a deep personal conviction.

He bridges the corporate and startup worlds, having led corporate development at Orange before becoming a founding partner of Cathays global venture fund.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Partner
Location
Greater Paris Metropolitan Region, France
Personality Overview

How Jacky shows up

Critic
ROI Driven
Precise

They don’t appreciate bells and whistles unless backed by data. They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms. They prefer to do logical analysis and value evidence over emotions.

Priorities

Topics Jacky cares about

AI in Healthcare
He has invested in and spoken about AI's potential to transform industries, particularly in areas like drug innovation and automated medical note-taking with companies like Nabla.
Global VC Strategy
His work focuses on creating a global platform for startups, bridging Europe, North America, and Asia to provide entrepreneurs with worldwide resources and strategic corporate partnerships.
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Career

Work history

1-2016
Partner
Cathay Innovation
8-2015 - 12-2015
Board Observer
Hola
1-2014 - 12-2015
VP Corporate Development
Orange
1-2014 - 12-2015
Managing Director
Fab Israel
4-2013 - 6-2015
Board Member
Orange
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Media appearances

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Education
1997 - 1998
MBA
Boston University
1990 - 1994
BA
Madrid Business School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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