Maelle Gavet

Maëlle Gavet (born May 22, 1978) is a French businesswoman, author, and entrepreneur.

Early life and education Gavet was born in the Paris region of Boulogne-Billancourt, France in a “lower middle class” home. She studied Russian language in school.

In January 2017, following the abrupt departure of CEO Darren Houston, Gavet joined Compass, Inc. as COO. In September 2019, Gavet publicly announced she would leave Compass, Inc. in October 2019.

In 2020, Gavet wrote the book, Trampled by Unicorns, about technology and empathy. On May 22nd, 2024, Maëlle Gavet announced her departure from Techstars.

Reception In 2012, Gavet was included in Forbes''' "The World’s Most Powerful Women — Women to Watch" list. She also took 10th place out of 100 in a list of "Most Creative People in Business" by Fast Company and 26th in the 40 under 40 by Fortune.

She has been ranked three times as one of the top 100 French young leaders by Le Figaro and Choiseul 100.

In 2014, she was listed fifth among Times Magazine's'' List of The Top 25 Female Techpreneurs.

In 2015, she was listed as one of 50 most powerful tech women in Europe by Inspiring 50 and the European Commission.

In 2016, she was recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.