Paul Boulch

CEO - Managing Director / Project Director, 01/2018 - Current 

Planet Soar Group - Lille

• Directed full project lifecycle for 50+ MW of data centre capacity in Europe and Africa, integrating renewable energy systems and sustainability objectives.
• Achieved exceptional business expansion, delivering 150% annual growth and built a high-performing, multinational team
• Oversaw end-to-end pre-construction phases: site acquisition, permitting, environmental approval, early design coordination, and readiness for construction start. 
• Strong network with key stakeholders, including ministers, ambassadors, government administrations, local authorities, and EU entities.

Global Program & Project Director, 01/2016 - 01/2018 

OVH Group - Paris

• Led the end-to-end deployment of nine new Data Centers from scratch across three continents (5 EMEA, 2 US, 2 APAC), managing budgets ranging from $50M to $100M.
• Built strong partnerships with local authorities and key stakeholders to drive compliant, scalable, and efficient project delivery.
• Designed and implemented a standardized Data Center deployment model, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
• Leaded the engineering design review process, ensuring alignment with redundancy, cooling, connectivity and power distribution requirements.
• Built and structured high-performing operational teams, including Project Managers, Data Center engineers, and management staff.
• Oversaw budget management, ensuring financial optimization and cost control.

Project Director, 01/2015 - 01/2016 

Huawei Network supplier - Gabon

• Directed the end-to-end deployment of the MPLS network infrastructure for Airtel, ensuring seamless integration with existing telecom systems.
• Oversaw network design, configuration, and optimization to enhance data transmission efficiency and service reliability.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices for telecom network implementation.
• Negotiated contracts and service agreements with technology providers and third-party vendors.

Senior Project Director, Pre-sales, 01/2014 - 01/2015 

F5 Networks Inc. - Singapore

• Directed the deployment of F5 telecom network equipment (DRA & DEA) across the APAC region, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency.
• Managed key telecom customer accounts in the Philippines, providing technical consultation, pre-sales cost estimation, and tailored solutions to meet client needs.

Senior Program Manager - E2E Solution Manager, Pre-Sales, 01/2013 - 01/2014 

Ericsson RASO - Indonesia

• E2E telecom network optimisation (RAN – Transmission and CORE) with CEM (Customer experience management) for Data Service Optimisation
• KPI for customer experience analysis and for E2E telecom Network analysis (RAN, Core and transmission analysis)
• RAN optimisation: Ericsson Tool used, Optimi, RAN analyzer, drive test,( FW,RBS,RNC..)
• Core optimisation: Ericsson Tool used Moniq (Tapping on Gi interface, GN and Iups), Wireshark, KPI and Counters for GGSN and SGSN, SASN, FW, Routeur
• Transmission Analysis: Skilled in using IP Probe for transmission telecom network performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Marketing study with IPSOS and Marketing team for one Cluster in Jakarta.
• Analysis and recommendation to C-Level to enhance customer experience, improve ROI and increase revenue

Senior Program Manager - Pre-sales Project Manager, 01/2011 - 01/2013 

Ericsson NRJ - Japan / Tokyo

• Managed telecom projects for NTT Docomo R&D, managing the largest Ericsson testbed worldwide.
• Introduced LTE and VoLTE technologies to NTT Docomo, contributing to the operator's technological advancements.
• Led a specialized team for pre-sales activity: VoLTE commercial and M2M for NTT Docomo
• Successfully deployed solutions, leading to Ericsson becoming the primary vendor for NTT Docomo R&D.
• Prepared RFQs for NTT Docomo and KDDI, ensuring compliance with technical and commercial requirements.
• Conducted LTE network performance assessments and optimizations, improving network efficiency and reliability.

Chief Operational Officer - Stakeholders Manager, 01/2010 - 01/2011 

Helveta - Oxford-UK

• Managed the deployment and implementation of IT platforms for raw material supply chain traceability across Africa, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Enhanced project standards by optimizing deployment processes, improving system efficiency, and ensuring scalability for diverse operational environments.
• Managed relationships with key stakeholders, including the European Union (EU) Ambassador in Congo, government administrations, and EU consultants, facilitating seamless collaboration and project execution.

OTHER EXPERISENCES 

• Senior Project / Program Manager, Pre-sales Manager, 01/2006 - 01/2009 Ericsson - Africa, Africa 
• Senior Project Manager, Pre-sales, 01/2005 - 01/2006 Ericsson - Paris 
• General Manager / Business developer- Program Manager, 01/2001 - 01/2003 IEA - Paris 
• Project Manager, 01/1999 - 01/2001 Level3 - Paris 
• Project Manager, 01/1995 - 01/1999 Cegetel Group - Paris 
• Project Manager, 01/1995 - 01/1999 SFR Mobile – Paris
• Production Manager, 01/1992 - 01/1995 ATSE - Paris 
• Production Manager, 01/1990 - 01/1992 Ercor France – Paris
• Process Engineer, 01/1989 - 01/1990 ITR Industry - Rennes 

International Master of science, Project and Program Management, 01/2002 - 01/2003 

SKEMA - Paris, France 

University of Technology, Sydney - Australia

MBA, Executive Master of Business Administration, 01/2003 - 01/2004 

SKEMA Business school - Paris, France 

Diploma B.T.E, Industrial Management, 09/1986 - 01/1989 

Bureau de Transfert d'Expertise - Rennes, France