La French Tech Mission, with Kat Borlongan (French Tech)

For this 9th episode, we welcome a true lover of France, an ambassador even, who fiercely defends our blue, white, and red colors.

Born in the Philippines and arriving in France at 20, today she masters the French language as fluently as any of us. She has become a key figure in our ecosystem, representing France to major international decision-makers. She is also a true female role model, not only through her career but also through her commitment to greater diversity in tech.

Of course, we’re talking about Kat Borlongan, Director of La French Tech Mission for the past 3 years, whom we had the joy of interviewing.

La French Tech: no longer just a nickname for the French tech ecosystem, no longer just a red rooster as an emblem… Kat tells us everything she and her team have accomplished over the past 3 years with hundreds of communities worldwide: rankings, support programs, international attractiveness, as well as the challenges they’ve faced and those that still remain!

A fascinating conversation! And for those who stick around until the end—you’ll also learn about her favorite series and McDonald’s order ;)