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Francesca Russo

International Development Manager

€350/day
Paris, FR
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Francesca

As a food business consultant with expertise in international development, I help brands expand into new markets, optimize strategies, and drive growth.

My experience spans F&B, hospitality, and market research, working with global companies to scale operations and refine business models.

With a strong network across Europe and deep market insights, I support businesses in navigating international expansion successfully. I managed project internationally (Japan, Marocco, Saudi Arabia, Europe, UK,US).

Based in Paris, I’m available to travel and open to new projects—let’s connect to explore how I can help grow your business!












  • French

    Native or bilingual

  • Italian

    Fluent

  • English

    Fluent

  • Spanish

    Fluent

Can work on-site
Paris (up to 50km)

Experience

  • MMySupportive Ltd.
    International Development Manager
    RESTAURANTS AND FOOD SERVICE
    September 2023 - Today (2 years and 9 months)
    Paris, France
    I joined MMyWorld as its first consultant when the company was just starting out, with the mission to build Regenerative Community Markets worldwide, inspired by the success of Mercato Metropolitano in London.

    I supported the definition of the mission and vision, the creation on the consulting arm MMySupportive, helped structure the first internal processes, and coordinated the development of international Food Hall projects across Japan, China, Saudi Arabia, Europe, and the US. I built strategic relations with real estate developers and key players in each market, and supported the drafting of operational documents and sales strategies.

    In the last 2 years I gained a deep knowledge of the global Food Hall industry, hands-on experience in early-stage business building, and the ability to turn vision into action across complex, multicultural environments.
    Operational Excellence Optimisation des processus Client Relationship Management Coordination de projet
  • Freelance
    Business Development Manager
    HOSPITALITY
    January 2022 - Today (4 years and 5 months)
    Paris, France
    With over 10 years of experience in sales and international project development (Europe, America, Asia, Middle East), I help companies and entrepreneurs who operate - or aspire to grow - within the hospitality world (hotels, bars, restaurants, real estate, academies, universities, individuals) to develop and strengthen their business.

    My services include:
    - Market research & trend analysis
    - Concept creation & brand development
    - Project management
    - Partnership development
    - Sales & business development
    Développement international Sales Operations Création d'entreprise Création de concept Etude de marché
  • Salesforce
    Strategic Account Executive, Salesforce
    TECH
    March 2018 - December 2021 (3 years and 9 months)
    Dublin, Ireland
    Peak Performer for 3 years in a row, consistently exceeded sales targets (150%+), closing deals with new and existing clients Built strong client relationships, driving revenue growth through strategic initiatives Identified and qualified revenue opportunities, collaborating with partners on key strategies Industries: Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Retail & Luxury, Media & Entertainment Dublin, Ireland
    Négociation Business development Salesforce Commercial Growth B2B

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Education

  • Diplôme de Cuisine, École Ducasse Culinary Arts & Management
    2022
  • Master's Degree,
    LUISS Guido Carli
    2016
    Master's Degree,

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