Jean-Étienne Durand

Jean-Étienne Durand is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in the luxury rental market, technology consulting, and startup ecosystems. As the Co-Founder of 1 Villas since June 2014, Jean-Étienne has cultivated a portfolio of exceptional properties for rent in prime international locations. Jean-Étienne has also served as Owner of MERCEY since November 2016, focusing on angel investments and high-tech consulting in Europe. Ongoing investments include roles with companies such as Selfr, Asap.work, ServiceHunter AG, and Café, among others, reflecting a strong interest in innovative solutions across various sectors. Jean-Étienne's previous leadership as Managing Director of TROOPS.FR and Head of Product at Earny Switzerland demonstrates a commitment to digital transformation and payroll management for SMEs. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Programming from École des Mines de Saint-Étienne and fluency in Hungarian.