Marie Paindavoine, Skyld CEO, Enters the Epopée-Deloitte

Marie Paindavoine, Skyld CEO, Enters the Epopée-Deloitte Ranking 40 Under 40

06 Feb 2026 By Skyld

For its fourth edition, the “Épopée Deloitte Les 40” ranking highlights the 40 personalities under 40 who are energizing the economy of Western France.

Our CEO Marie Paindavoine makes her entrance in this ranking. This edition confirms the vitality and diversity of the entrepreneurial landscape in Brittany and Pays de la Loire, with a strong presence of impact-driven companies in areas such as the circular economy, responsible food, and renewable energy.

Sovereignty and innovation: a shared commitment

Economic sovereignty is at the heart of these entrepreneurs’ concerns. It is built through innovation, mastery of local supply chains, and bold decisions. The 2026 laureates demonstrate that sovereignty is lived daily. Their commitment to building strong and sustainable ecosystems, by valuing local know-how, developing responsible supply chains, and forging strong partnerships, helps create a resilient, value-generating economy.

Sébastien Le Corfec, Director of Ecosystems at Épopée Gestion, stated: “The top 5 in this ranking perfectly embodies our vision for the region: an ecosystem capable of combining AI, family businesses, industrial consolidation, impact, and a clear ambition for tomorrow.”

An event marked by territorial engagement

The awards ceremony took place in Rennes, under the high patronage of Damien Destremau, CEO of The Reefer Group, a refrigerated vehicle manufacturer. He also the strategic importance of having companies deeply rooted in their territories, capable of combining industrial proximity, robust local ecosystems, and international reach to create sustainable value and strengthen economic resilience.

Economic and territorial sovereignty is now a key issue for the future of our regions. Participants attended a roundtable titled “2030, Sovereignty: How to Act for Our Territories?”, where committed entrepreneurs such as Jérémie Cognard (13th) of Agriloops, Maël Disa-Vingataramin (12th) of GazoTech, and Marie Paindavoine (25th) of Skyld, discussed how to strengthen the autonomy and resilience of territories.