Jean-Christophe Chopin wlia@shareafrica.live November 29, 2025
Jean-Christophe Chopin, member of the Africa Fashion UP jury
Jean-Christophe ChopinFounder and CEO of BORN
Biography

Jean-Christophe Chopin is a French-Italian serial entrepreneur known for his major contributions to technology, e-commerce, and the luxury industry. Founder and CEO of BORN, he leads an award-winning global agency that combines creativity, content production, and commerce services, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, to create innovative experiences for luxury and design brands.

Prior to BORN, he co-founded several successful technology companies, including E*TRADE Europe and Verisign Europe, confirming his role as a pioneer in digital innovation. He has also launched other initiatives such as Born4Sports.com, dedicated to sports enthusiasts.

A visionary and strategist, Jean-Christophe Chopin is regularly invited to speak at international conferences on multiculturalism, leadership, and global market transformations. He is also the founder of the BORN Awards, an international program that recognizes creativity and design in several categories (fashion, technology, interiors, etc.).

Under his leadership, the BORN group experienced rapid expansion until its acquisition by Tech Mahindra in 2019. Today, Jean-Christophe Chopin divides his time between Europe and the United States, particularly Los Angeles, where one of BORN's headquarters is located.