Bénédicte Beaugeois

Founder & Director, Festival du Film Merveilleux | Founder, Pymoon

Short Bio

Bénédicte Beaugeois is the Founder/Director of the Festival du Film Merveilleux, promoting cross-cultural dialogue through screenings in Paris and at French Institutes, Alliances Françaises, and partner festivals worldwide. She created Pymoon, developing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) products to inspire lifelong learning. Currently researching Franco-Russian cultural relations (United Nations Institute for Training and Research / Institute for Cultural Diplomacy) and Critical Digital Intelligence’s role in education (Université Paris 8), she previously advocated for inclusive learning at UNESCO representing Dyslexia International and served as a Board Member and Director of Technology at The American Women’s Club of London. Her work bridges culture, technology, and strategic dialogue to address global challenges.

Long Bio

Founder and Director of the Festival du Film Merveilleux – an international film festival using magic and fantasy cinema to promote cross-cultural dialogue. Through screenings in Paris, French Institutes, Alliances Françaises, and partner festivals worldwide, the festival fosters creative exchange. She created Pymoon to develop STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) educational tools that ignite lifelong learning.

Research & Advocacy

She is currently pursuing interdisciplinary research: in Education Sciences at Université Paris 8 and in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy through UNITAR and the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD). Her research focuses on two interconnected pillars: Cultural Diplomacy & International Relations And Technology & Lifelong Learning.

Her advocacy includes representing Dyslexia International at UNESCO for inclusive education and scaling impact via Google for Nonprofits collaborations. Mentoring women entrepreneurs through Positive Planet and Social Builder, she advances communication skills, digital literacy, and educational equity globally.

Leadership Experience

  • Board Member & Director of Technology, The American Women’s Club of London: Oversaw technological strategy and educational programs
  • Tracking Manager, Peermusic: Optimized royalty distribution systems for artists at the world’s largest independent music publisher
  • Public Sector : Navigated complex administrative systems at French institutions (URSSAF, Journal Officiel, Tax Office)
  • Cross-Sector Initiatives: Co-founded Movies Around the World, Cannes Digital, and Kaleidoscope Merveilleux (integrating VR, workshops, entrepreneurship)

Education

  • B.A., Education Sciences (Summa Cum Laude), Université Paris 8
  • Associate Degree ( Film Production), École Supérieure d’Enseignement Cinématographique
  • Executive Certificates: Leadership/Coaching (ESSEC), Climate Strategy (De Vinci)
  • Cybersecurity Governance: ANSSI MOOC, Google Professional Certificate
  • Specialized Certifications: Global Security & Diplomacy (UNITAR, MGIMO, University of London), Cybersecurity (Google, Infosec), Climate Education (EDHEC, IDB), AI Ethics (Lund University)
  • Arts Training: Conservatoire National de Musique et Danse de Yerres ( Classe à horaires aménagés musique et Danse)

She remains committed to fostering cultural exchange, digital intelligence, and transformative lifelong learning.