Clarysse Blanchard
Studied at USC Marshall School of Business
Works at McKinsey & Company
Available today at 4:00 PM UTC
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About Clarysse
Originally from France, with a background in Engineering, I went to the US to get my MBA. I was accepted at Berkeley with a half-tuition scholarship, and ultimately went to USC, as my passion - surfing - pushed me to live in LA. As an international student, I thought consulting would be a great path for a career in the US. After some time at PwC in M&A advisory, I joined McKinsey where I am now an Engagement Manager. I have 2 kids. I am the living proof that you can chase your dreams, while staying true to yourself and living your passion.
Why do I coach?
One conversation can change a life. Sometimes, all it takes for you to be motivated, is someone sharing their thoughts and experiences. I would not be where I am today without mentors and coaches helping me along the way. I love developing people and empowering them to go for their dreams :) I have coached 50+ people for MBB offers, MBA applications, GMAT classes, promotion guidance, and broad career guidance.
Work Experience
Engagement Manager
McKinsey & Company
November 2024 - Present
Associate - Lead Associate
McKinsey & Company
September 2021 - November 2024
M&A Advisory Intern
PwC
July 2019 - September 2021
M&A Advisory Intern
PwC
June 2018 - August 2018
Project Management
EDF
April 2013 - July 2017
For Business Development role: - Helped grow the business in Morocco; found new opportunities; developed trust-based relationships. Key Clients: #1 Moroccan industrial, #1 Energy utility, #1 Water utility. For Project Management & Contract Management role: - Managed relationships with clients and/or suppliers; planned; prioritized; budgeted; forecasted; billed and performed risk analysis and risk management, while managing teams under the pressure of tight deadlines and financial constraints. Main projects included: > Construction of a CHP (Cogeneration) in Torun, Poland. EDF Pl operating as Investor, EDISON operating as Lead Contractor & EDF Fr operating as Consulting Engineers. Monthly trips to Poland to ensure the planning and risk management activities. > Construction of 3 TurnKey Diesel Power Plants in the following DOM: Guadeloupe, Martinique & la Réunion. EDF operating as Project Manager Assistant. > Construction of a diesel power plant in Corsica. EDF operating as Lead Contractor.
Assistant Project Manager
AECOM
December 2011 - August 2012
Within the Renewable Energy Department. Worked in teams to help identify appropriate solutions for clients and develop the chosen strategy. Extensive experience in energy projects, mainly renewables (including solar, wind & marine energy), but also Transmission and Distribution projects. The type of work: - Clients' projects including Feasibility studies, Submission assistance, Risk analysis, and Market research - Internal work such as co-writing numerous tenders and proposals. My skillset includes project management as well as financial management (Forecasting, Estimates At Completion, Budgeting, etc.). Such skills were honed through the role of Deputee Project Manager for a >$600k project.
Education
USC Marshall School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2017 - 2019
Activities and societies: Forté Fellowship Scholar; Dean's List 2018 & 2019
Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Energy, Energy & Environment
2010 - 2011
Ecole des Mines de Nantes / IMT Atlantique
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Energy
2008 - 2012