PARIS, FRANCE — Raphaelle Mathieu, an industry veteran with two decades of experience in the distribution and production of audiovisual content, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer of Cyber Group Studios. She succeeds Dominique Bourse, who was named Chairman and CEO of the company in February 2023.
Raphaelle, a company board member, has held various positions within Cyber Group Studios, including Director of Sales, Acquisitions, and New Media, and most recently, Executive Vice-President. Before joining Cyber Group Studios in 2016, Mathieu served as General Delegate of SEDPA (French Association of Distributors).
“I am delighted to have appointed Raphaelle Chief Operating Officer of Cyber Group Studios,” said Dominique. “For seven years, she has successfully developed our international distribution activity and played a key role in financing our series as well as in the development of our commercial activity. She will now second me in managing the group. Our focus is on accelerating the launch of global franchises and growing our development, production, distribution platforms, and digital activity in strategic and innovative ways, so that we can offer even richer and more immersive experiences. Raphaelle’s knowledge of our industry combined with her entrepreneurial skills and experience with institutional relations will be key to helping us continue to fulfill our ambitious roadmap. As we expand our reach, we’re also stepping into the young adult series arena, and reinforcing our dedication to supporting third-party projects through production and distribution activities.”
“It is with immense pride that I take on the role of Chief Operating Officer at Cyber Group Studios, reporting to Dominique Bourse,” said Raphaelle. I will put all my determination and passion into closely collaborating with and providing solid support for each pillar of our organization, to help bring our roadmap to fruition. Together, we will work to deliver Premium, varied, and innovative content for children, families, and young adults around the world, to enjoy across many platforms for years to come.
