Father

Australia is home.

I landed in Melbourne over ten years ago now, after marrying an Australian lady. Before that, I spent most of my professional life in the Alps, in France. More specifically, I lived in Chambéry, Annecy and Aix-Les-Bains. All cities are surrounded by lakes and mountains. If you watch “Le tour de France”, you may have seen a few mountains I have climbed on my bike too.

We now live in the northern suburbs of Melbourne with our son.

Starting a family has been a dream for a long time, even if we are late parents compared to traditional standards.

Meditator

Watching the breath.

I have been very fortunate to discover meditation at a young age: I was twenty-two. I met my teacher as I was studying industrial design in Canada. I got very anxious the first few weeks and needed help.

He taught me anapanasati, a meditation based on the breath. He has been my teacher ever since. I also had the great fortune to meet over thirty excellent and realised teachers from all traditions. I practice every day. I think I haven't missed a day in years.

My teacher suggested I also teach meditation, I started recently with a few students.

Industrial Designer

More than a passion.

I discovered industrial design while I was studying mechanical engineering. It was one of those pivotal moments in this life: I knew I had to pay attention. I completed my degree in engineering and then moved to Canada to study.

Industrial design isn't a job for me, nor a vocation: I think it is just who I am. I am one of the lucky ones who loves what they do!

I love to see the transformation with my clients: when they move from the idea at the start to being in business. I find this journey quite empowering.

Entrepreneur

Late discovery.

I started working with entrepreneurs and founders initially, as soon as I opened my first studio. I was twenty-two, surrounded by entrepreneurs, member of entrepreneur organisations.

Yet, I never saw myself as one at that time.

It is only in the last few years that I came to realise that I was one. Since then, I have launched my own product and took an entrepreneurial approach with some clients.

Keynote speaker

A mission.

A few years ago, I was browsing the web, looking for a thought leader to follow.

I wanted to follow someone who talked about meaningful design, environmental sustainability, and our actions' social impact.

I watched TED talks, WOBI talks, and other platforms, yet I couldn't find what I was looking for.

Then, suddenly, the light changed in my office, and I saw my face on the monitor. I thought this was a "sign": here is someone that can speak about those topics!

At first, I was horrified: I'm an introvert, and I did my best to hide for the past twenty years.

Despite this initial reaction, I studied speaking, joined speaker organisations.

I now do keynotes. I even have a TEDx under my belt.

Le Blog de Philippe

A place where I share ideas that are beyond my profession

I like discussing ideas. I like working with entrepreneurs, and also I am curious about people. So, this is my personal blog where I share ideas and thoughts that are not related to my job. Enjoy!