Briac CROUAN
LONDON,UK
Summary
Business Development & Partnerships professional in healthcare (medtech, biotech, e-health), with strong experience in international expansion (UK/US/France), regulatory environments (MHRA, CE marking, FDA), and strategic partnerships (hospitals, insurers, corporates). Proven ability to drive growth through go-to-market strategy, stakeholder management, and fundraising initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4030
4030
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Business Manager - MammoRisk software
Predilife
London
2020.03 - 2026.04
- Led UK market analysis and supported regulatory strategy (MHRA, UKCA) and business development initiatives
- Drove partnership development with key stakeholders: hospitals (Women’s Risk Institute – American Hospital, Vivalto, HCA), insurers (Mercer, Diot-Siaci, Mutuelle Générale), laboratories (Eurofins, Biogroup), and corporates (Lactalis, LVMH)
- Managed CE marking and EU regulatory compliance (EU 2023/607), as well as FDA clearance processes
- Contributed to fundraising activities and investor relations, supporting growth and strategic positioning
- Prepared and coordinated competitive grant and funding applications: EIT Health (Bridgehead Global – awarded), Bpifrance (I-Nov, I-Démo), EIC Accelerator
Healthcare Export Project Manager
Business France
Paris (France)
2018.01 - 2020.02
- Supported the international expansion of French healthcare companies across key global markets
- Managed and coordinated high-level delegations at major international events (BIO US and EU, JP Morgan Healthcare Conference, MEDICA)
- Developed strategic partnerships and sponsorships with leading industry players (Sanofi, Servier, Ipsen)
Project Manager
Cancer Campus (Institut Gustave Roussy Biocluser)
Villejuif (Paris, France)
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Promoted the biocluster through targeted events and communication initiatives, including scientific conferences, thematic workshops on healthcare product development, and representation at major trade fairs
- Contributed to the “OncoEntrepreneur” programme by raising awareness and supporting the creation and development of innovative oncology startups
Education
Master’s Degree - Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship
KEDGE Business School
Bordeaux (France)Biology Degree - Specialization in Cellular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology and Animal Physiology
Université Rennes 1
Rennes (France)Skills
- Business Development & Partnerships: Hospitals, insurers, corporates
- Healthcare & MedTech: Patient pathways, clinical adoption
- Regulatory & Market Access: MHRA, CE marking, FDA
- International Expansion: UK/US/France go-to-market
- Fundraising & Strategy: Investors, grants, growth
- Additional: MS Office, driving licence, first aid certified
Affiliations
- Interests: Science, emerging technologies, cinema, news
- Sports: Competitive football (15 years), tennis (5 years), running, sailing
- Outdoor & Travel: Hiking and exploration (Kilimanjaro, French Alps)
Languages
French
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Business Manager - MammoRisk software
Predilife
2020.03 - 2026.04
Healthcare Export Project Manager
Business France
2018.01 - 2020.02
Project Manager
Cancer Campus (Institut Gustave Roussy Biocluser)
2015.01 - 2016.01
Master’s Degree - Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship
KEDGE Business School
Biology Degree - Specialization in Cellular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology and Animal Physiology
Université Rennes 1