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Arnaud Couvreur

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I'm Arnaud Couvreur, and my story is about bridges; between countries, cultures, industries, and most importantly, between people and the opportunities that help them thrive.


Twenty years ago, I was leading employer organisations in Paris, negotiating with government ministers and trade unions on behalf of 80,000 employees. Today, I'm a French-born Australian citizen in Perth, bringing together my European foundations and Australian experience to help organisations navigate cross-cultural challenges and unlock new possibilities.


The journey between these two points hasn't been linear. I've owned restaurants, audited resort revenues, managed an artisan bakery, co-founded tech startups, managed sales department and supply chains in manufacturing sector, and most recently completed a role as Head of Chapter for the French-Australian Chamber of Commerce in Western Australia. I've also pursued a Doctorate in Business Administration because I believe in never stopping learning.


And here's what I've learned: the real value isn't in the diversity of my experience, it's in what that experience allows me to do for you.

How I Can Help Your Organisation

For Organisations Seeking Strategic Leadership


My career transition from Paris to Perth taught me something valuable: adaptability isn't just surviving change: it's helping others thrive through it.

I excel in roles that require:

  • Leading teams through transformation and uncertainty
  • Building stakeholder relationships across cultures and industries
  • Developing business strategy with operational follow-through
  • Managing complex negotiations and partnerships
  • Creating organisational cultures where people want to contribute their best

I'm particularly drawn to positions in hospitality, business development, international operations, or stakeholder relations where my bicultural expertise and diverse industry background create unique value.


For Companies Bridging France & Australia


Whether you're a French company entering the Australian market or an Australian business expanding to Europe, I understand both sides. Not just the language: the cultures, the decision-making processes, the unwritten rules that make or break partnerships.

I can help you:

  • Navigate market entry with realistic strategies grounded in real experience
  • Build genuine relationships with stakeholders in both markets
  • Avoid costly cultural misunderstandings
  • Establish operations that respect both business cultures

Through my consulting practice Confluence Pacific, I'm developing these services for organisations ready to move beyond surface-level international expansion.


People and organisations at their best


Whether I was negotiating collective agreements for thousands of employees in France, creating memorable dining experiences in Perth, or strengthening France-Australia business connections through FACCI, my focus has always been the same: understanding what organisations and people need to succeed, then helping them get there.

My values aren't just words on a website:

  • Integrity – I do what I say, even when it's difficult
  • Empathy – I understand challenges because I've faced career reinvention myself
  • Optimism – I believe in possibility, especially when others see obstacles
  • Respect – For every culture, every person, every valid perspective
  • Determination – I finish what I start, whether it's a doctoral dissertation or a business challenge


Why My Journey Matters to You


I'll be honest: changing careers and countries isn't easy. Moving from leading professional organisations in Paris to starting over in Australia taught me humility, resilience, and the value of being genuinely curious about how things work in different contexts.

This experience (the successes, the setbacks, the cultural learning curves) has made me better at helping others navigate similar challenges. I've been the outsider trying to understand a new market. I've been the bridge between two very different business cultures. I've built things from scratch and transformed existing operations.

This isn't theory. It's lived experience I can apply to your challenges.


My Professional Foundation


20+ years across:

  • Industrial relations and national negotiations (Paris)
  • Hospitality operations and ownership (Perth & Burgundy)
  • Business development and strategy (both markets)
  • Stakeholder relations and government engagement
  • Financial management and operational leadership
  • Entrepreneurship and startup experience

Education:

  • Doctorate in Business Administration (Hospitality & Business Management Major)
  • MBA in Tourism & Hospitality Management (UNWTO TedQual)
  • Industrial Relations Certification
  • Master's degrees in Law and Human Resources

Recent Experiences:

  • Head of Chapter, French-Australian Chamber of Commerce WA
  • Co-founder & Director, ERP technology company
  • Sales & Supply Chain Manager, industrial sector
  • Restaurant owner & operator, Venue Manager in premium Perth's lounge rooftop
  • Artisan Bakery General Manager 
  • Financial auditor, luxury resort ($25M+ revenue)
Why My Journey Matters to You
Let's Explore How We Can Work Together


I'm currently exploring opportunities where my cross-continental expertise and diverse industry background can make a real difference:

  • Consulting partnerships for organisations entering or expanding across the France-Australia corridor
  • Strategic leadership roles in business development, operations, hospitality, or international partnerships; particularly where cultural bridging creates competitive advantage
  • Collaborative opportunities that leverage bicultural expertise to solve complex organisational challenges
  • I'm geographically flexible and drawn to challenges that require both strategic thinking and operational excellence.

What Others Value About Working With Me


I bring a unique combination: French attention to detail meets Australian "can-do" attitude. European strategic thinking meets Pacific pragmatism. The sophistication of leading employer organisations meets the humility of starting over in a new country.

But more than that: I genuinely care about your success. Whether we work together as consultant and client, employer and employee, or in some collaborative partnership, my commitment is the same: understanding your challenges deeply and applying everything I've learned to help you overcome them.

Ready to Connect?


Whether you're:

  • Planning expansion across the France-Australia corridor
  • Seeking leadership with genuine bicultural expertise
  • Facing challenges that require someone who's navigated similar transitions
  • Simply curious about how my experience might align with your needs
  • Looking for someone who appreciates both a good chardonnay and an espresso — I'm always genuinely open to meaningful personal connections

I'd welcome the conversation! And let's discuss how my journey (with all its twists, learning curves, and cross-cultural insights) might help you achieve your goals.

Contact Me 

Ready to Connect?


Whether you're:

  • Planning expansion across the France-Australia corridor
  • Seeking leadership with genuine bicultural expertise
  • Facing challenges that require someone who's navigated similar transitions
  • Simply curious about how my experience might align with your needs
  • Looking for someone who appreciates both a good chardonnay and an espresso—I'm always genuinely open to meaningful personal connections

I'd welcome the conversation!


Contact Me