Philippine Misson

Philippine holds a double Master in Business Engineering and Industrial Engineering & Management from the Louvain School of Management and the Universidade de Lisboa. Having studied in Belgium and Portugal, she has developed a strong international perspective and adaptability in diverse academic and cultural environments. With a keen interest in finance and business analytics, she specialized in these fields, recognizing their critical role in driving data-driven insights and optimizing business operations. She has collaborated on several projects involving machine learning and data analysis using Python and Excel. For her master’s thesis, she developed a tool to help small and medium-sized businesses optimize their warehouse design and address the challenges posed by e-commerce, testing it with Portugal’s largest surf and lifestyle retailer.

Alongside her studies, Philippine actively participated in various student organizations, gaining valuable experience in teamwork, cross-disciplinary knowledge, and personal growth. She served twice as president of Kot-à-Projets (La Ribambelle, Kot-é-Chine), supported student entrepreneurs in launching projects at UStart, and participated in UN conference simulations while securing sponsors for LouvainMun. Additionally, she has a strong passion for scouting. After serving as a scout leader for three years, organizing summer camps for girls aged 12-17, including those with disabilities, she continues her involvement by participating in the unit leadership team, where she guides and supports scout leaders.

In her free time, Philippine enjoys sports, playing music, and reading. She also enjoys writing stories and spending time with friends.

Philippine joined element61 in February 2025.