Kairos : your partner for a lasting and positive influence

Matthieu studied philosophy and literature in preparatory classes, then graduated from Sciences Po Paris after a stint at a jazz school. He has over 10 years of consulting experience, initially focusing on communication strategy for elected officials and institutional stakeholders, followed by work at a major public affairs firm in Paris. He founded the Kairos agency in December 2018. He places strong emphasis on dialogue that is both robust and candid, maintaining a strategic and proactive approach in all circumstances.

Shanaz oversees commercial strategy and the improvement of client processes. She began her career at Goldman Sachs and founded SR Investment Partners, which supports hedge funds and investment firms. A key player in Kairos’s development, she emphasizes strategic behavior and optimal service delivery. Specializing in tailor-made solutions for complex challenges, she applies her analytical skills. Her leadership ensures excellence and client satisfaction at Kairos.

Melissa is a lawyer by training. Her career path has been shaped by multiple international experiences. She solidified her interest in public affairs over three years of collaboration at the National Assembly, where she expanded her expertise in European affairs and public finance. She joined Kairos in September 2023, specializing in both agri-food and industrial issues.

Trained as a lawyer, Adrien joins Kairos in July 2024, following six years in public affairs and two years working with members of parliament. He focuses particularly on agri-food issues at the national level in France.

Alexis joined Kairos in July 2024, following eight years of professional experience. He began his career in 2016 alongside Bernard Accoyer, Member of Parliament for Haute-Savoie and former President of the National Assembly, before joining Emmanuel Maquet, Member of Parliament for the Somme. He then served as Deputy Chief of Staff to Rachida Dati, Mayor of the 7th arrondissement of Paris, for two years.

Graduated from Sciences Po Lille, Joséphine worked for over eight years in a public affairs consultancy. Through her various experiences, she gained specialized expertise in European affairs and legislative drafting. She tracks industrial, financial, legal, and agri-food issues. She will join Kairos in September 2024.

Céleste holds a master’s degree in Public Affairs from Paris-Dauphine and in Public Policy from Sciences Po Rennes. She chose to pursue a career in public affairs after completing an apprenticeship with the Prime Minister’s office and gaining experience at the Consulate General of France in New York. She joins Kairos in February 2024.

After completing a Master’s degree in Political Communication at ISCOM, during which he spent two years in a work-study program at ESSILOR, Louis decided to pursue a Master 2 in Public Affairs at HEIP to explore a new facet of the political sphere. He joined Kairos in October 2023 to sharpen his skills and deepen his understanding of public affairs.

Houssam is a political journalist by training. After working for several years at a Moroccan weekly magazine—where he served as chief editor—he joined the office of the Deputy Mayor of Paris. In September 2024, he became part of Kairos, following a work-study program in public affairs and communications at a strategic consulting and communications firm.

Holding a dual Master’s degree in Law and International Relations from Paris Panthéon-Assas and Sorbonne University, Louise joined Kairos after several experiences in public affairs, notably at the National Assembly and in Brussels.